Manchester City Bids, NH

Substantial completion is anticipated by October 16, 2026, with final completion by October 30, 2026.

Progress payments are made on or about the first day of each month, covering 90% of the work completed and materials stored, less previous payments. Final payment is made after the contractor submits lien waivers and proof of satisfaction of obligations.

The contractor warrants that materials and equipment will be new and of good quality, the work will be free from defects, and the work will conform to contract documents. A one-year labor and materials warranty is included.

Selection of the successful bidder will be in accordance with chapter 39: procurement code of the City of Manchester. The chief facilities manager reserves the right to accept the bid that appears to be in the best interest of the city.

Bid packages will only be accepted from prequalified contractors.

Failure to submit all information called for may be sufficient for disqualification.

Contractors are required to visit the project site before submitting a bid, and attendance will be taken. A mandatory project walk-through will be held on Monday, August 3, 2026, at 9:00 AM.

Failure to submit all information called for may be sufficient for disqualification.

The estimated project value is approximately $90,000.

Substantial completion is December 31, 2026, and final completion is January 15, 2027. substantial completion december 31, 2026 final completion january 15, 2027

Selection will be in accordance with chapter 39: procurement code of the city of manchester, code of ordinances. selection of the successful bidder will be in accordance with chapter 39: procurement code of the city of manchester, code of ordinances.

A comprehensive bid package will be provided to prequalified contractors only. a comprehensive bid package will be provided to prequalified contractors only.

Contractors are required to visit the project site before submitting a bid and attendance will be taken. A mandatory project walk through will be held on Tuesday August 4, 2026 at 10:00 am. contractors are required to visit the project site before submitting a bid and attendance will be taken. a mandatory project walk through will be held on tuesday august 4, 2026 at 10:00 am.

Failure to submit all information called for may be sufficient for disqualification. failure to submit all information called for may be sufficient for disqualification.

The estimated project value is approximately $400,000. estimated project value is approximately 400, 000

The project has an expected duration of 30 days from the start of construction, which is expected to begin on or after September 8, 2026.

Payments shall be made within 45 days of delivery and acceptance of contracted items/services or within 30 days upon receipt of a verified claim for payment. The city will withhold 5% of all payments as retainage for one year from the final completion date.

The contractor shall provide a minimum of one 1 year warranty for all work and material installations. The gate truck assembly shall be warranted for five years.

Award will be evaluated based on project timeline and ability to meet deadlines (20%), cost-effectiveness (60%), and references and past performance (20%).

Bidders must have adequate personnel and equipment, suitable financial status, appropriate technical experience, and be registered to transact business in New Hampshire. If the bid amount exceeds $250,000, prequalification is required.

Liquidated damages apply for failure to meet substantial completion ($200 per day) and final completion ($500 per day).

A pre-submittal site visit is suggested but not mandatory. Contact the park projects manager to schedule an individual onsite visit at least 24 hours before the question deadline.

Questions must be received no later than 10 am, seven business days before the submission deadline.

Bids may be rejected if not correctly endorsed or signed, or if they add terms or conditions to the bid documents.