Description
The City of Somerville is seeking a qualified plumbing contractor to provide on‑call plumbing installation, repair, and maintenance services for more than 40 municipal facilities on a 24/7 emergency basis. The contract is a competitive sealed‑bid (IFB) with a base‑year term of one year and up to two optional one‑year renewals. Bidders must submit a sealed bid (or electronic upload) by the deadline, provide a 5 % bid bond, and meet extensive licensing, certification, and insurance requirements. The scope includes routine maintenance, emergency response, parts supply, and compliance with living‑wage, prevailing‑wage, and safety regulations.
• 24/7 emergency and on‑call plumbing services across 40+ city buildings (schools, fire stations, libraries, etc.)
• Required 5 % bid bond plus 100 % performance and payment bonds, with $1 M general liability insurance minimum
• Mandatory certifications: Massachusetts Master Plumbing License, DCAMM plumbing certification, OSHA 10‑hour construction safety, Living‑Wage compliance, and Responsible‑Employer Ordinance
• Estimated labor cost $225,000/year and parts budget $75,000/year (≈ $300,000 total for the base year)
• Contract term: 1‑year base with up to two optional one‑year renewals