The City of Cambridge is rebidding a one‑year contract (with two optional one‑year renewals) to furnish and install 12‑inch precast concrete curbing for bicycle lanes along designated streets. The scope includes manufacturing to PCI‑certified specifications, delivery, placement, and all associated labor, materials, bonds, prevailing‑wage compliance, and adherence to the Cambridge Employment Plan (minority, women, and resident hiring goals). The estimated contract value is $622,500 (including optional renewals). Bids must be submitted electronically by 2:00 PM on September 24, 2026, with a 5 % bid deposit or bond. The successful bidder must provide performance and payment bonds (100 % of contract sum) and comply with extensive documentation (wage certifications, OSHA, CORI, WISP, etc.). The work must commence within 7 days of a Notice to Proceed and be completed within the one‑year term, with the possibility of two one‑year extensions at the City’s discretion.
• Scope: Furnish & install precast concrete curb units for bike lanes (12 in. high)
• Value: $622,500 (incl. two optional renewal years)
• Duration: 1 year base, two optional 1‑year extensions
• Submission: Electronic bid via OpenGov portal by 2 PM 24‑Sep‑2026; 5 % bid deposit/bond required
• Bonds: 100 % performance & payment bonds, plus 5 % bid security
• Compliance: Prevailing‑wage, Cambridge Employment Plan (25 % local residents, 25 % minorities, 10 % women), OSHA, CORI, WISP, etc.
• Award: Lowest responsible and eligible bidder, award within 90 days of bid opening
• Site access: Contractor must obtain public‑works permits and coordinate utility notifications before excavation.