The City of New Bedford is seeking design-build services for the supply and installation of three blue light emergency towers, with options for two additional locations. The estimated budget is $75,000. Bids are due July 1, 2026. A site visit is mandatory. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder. The project requires compliance with safety and health regulations, and specific insurance and bonding requirements.
The estimated completion date for the project is Fall 2026.
Payments shall be made as provided in articles 2. 5 and 7 of the general conditions.
All equipment furnished under this project shall be warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for a minimum period of one (1) year under normal use and service.
The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder.
Bidders may be investigated by the city to determine if they are qualified to perform the work, considering size, authorization, previous experience, equipment, and financial resources.
Failure to ensure timely receipt of the bid deposit will result in the bid being deemed nonresponsive.
All bidders are specifically instructed to visit the site of the work to ascertain personally, by investigation and observation, the locations of the various starting points of the work.
Questions concerning this IFB must be submitted online by visiting www. ***. *. * are due on Monday, June 22, 2026, at 4:00 PM.
Failure to ensure timely receipt of the bid deposit will result in the bid being deemed nonresponsive.
The estimated budget for this project is $75,000.