Accessibility Renovations - New Citizens Center / WPS

The City of Worcester is seeking qualified contractors to perform comprehensive accessibility (ADA) renovations at the New Citizens Center, a WPS facility located at 1407 A Main St. The work includes demolition, asbestos abatement, structural concrete repairs, installation of FRP wall panels, new doors and hardware, upgraded plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems, and the creation of fully ADA‑compliant restrooms, a kitchen‑classroom space, and related finishes. The project is funded at an estimated $670,000, with competitive bids ranging from roughly $800k to $950k. Bidders must submit sealed general bids and separate filed sub‑bids for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical trades, comply with Massachusetts prevailing‑wage and MWBE requirements, provide a 5 % bid deposit, and meet extensive insurance, bonding, and reporting obligations. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder, with substantial completion required by late December 2026. • Scope: interior demolition, asbestos removal, concrete repair, FRP panels, new doors/hardware, ADA‑compliant restrooms, kitchen‑classroom, plumbing, HVAC, electrical upgrades. • Mandatory filings: General bid + filed sub‑bids for Div 22 (Plumbing), 23 (HVAC), 26 (Electrical). • Compliance: DCAMM eligibility, prevailing‑wage schedule, 10 % MBE/15 % WBE participation, weekly payroll and workforce reports, OSHA safety training, insurance & performance bonds.