Riverside Plaza Improvements Project

The City of Medford, Massachusetts, through its Office of Planning, Development, and Sustainability, is seeking sealed bids for the Riverside Plaza Improvements Project under Invitation for Bid (IFB) #26-0207. The project involves comprehensive plaza enhancements, including the installation of new shade structures, a composite wood deck, shade umbrellas, tree relocation, irrigation system adjustments, and a water bottle filler. Bidders must demonstrate experience installing at least five similar projects within the last eight years and provide a bid security equal to 5% of their total bid. Electronic submissions will be accepted through BidNetDirect.com, with bids due on November 5, 2025, at 10:00 am. An optional pre-bid ZOOM meeting is scheduled for October 22, 2025, at 11:00 am, and potential bidders may submit questions until October 29, 2025, at 10:00 am. The project requires strict compliance with OSHA safety training, mandating that all employees complete a minimum 10-hour construction safety course. The total project is expected to be completed by May 29, 2026, with liquidated damages of $500 per day for delays beyond the specified completion date.

The procurement encourages participation from Minority, Women, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE), with specific provisions supporting diverse contractor involvement. Contractors must comply with Massachusetts prevailing wage regulations, with wage rates determined under Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Sections 26 to 27H. The project requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including automobile liability, equipment coverage, general liability, and umbrella liability. Contractors must submit weekly payroll reports and ensure all apprentices are registered with the Division of Apprenticeship Standards. While a specific project budget is not explicitly stated, the detailed requirements suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The wage schedule indicates total compensation rates for construction trades ranging from approximately $37 to over $100 per hour, depending on the specific trade and worker classification. The contract is funded through the City of Medford and is subject to competitive bidding regulations, with potential alternate bids considered for deck size and framing materials.