Water Supply Well Cleaning

The Town of Dartmouth, Massachusetts Department of Public Works has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Water Supply Well Cleaning, a specialized municipal infrastructure maintenance contract. The procurement seeks professional services to conduct comprehensive cleaning of water supply wells within the municipality's water system. Bid documents are available starting May 14, 2025, with the formal bid opening scheduled for June 3, 2025, at 10:30 A.M. Prevailing Time. Interested bidders must submit a bid security equaling 5% of their total bid value, which can be presented as a bid bond, certified check, treasurer's check, or cashier's check. Bidders are required to complete and submit a Non-Collusion Form and Statement of Taxes as part of their proposal package. The contract will be awarded within 30 days of the bid opening, with potential time extension possible through mutual agreement between the Town of Dartmouth and the selected vendor.

The solicitation appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with minimum wage rates as determined by the Massachusetts Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The procurement notes that supplies for this contract are exempt from Sales and Use Tax. The Town of Dartmouth reserves significant discretion in the procurement process, including the right to waive informalities, reject any or all bids, or accept bids in a manner deemed most advantageous to the municipality. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, interested vendors can obtain complete contract documents from the Department of Public Works located at 759 Russells Mills Road or electronically by contacting Rosa Tavares. Prospective bidders are encouraged to carefully review all specifications and requirements to ensure compliance with the municipal procurement guidelines.