Install New Elevator Drives/WPD

The City of Worcester issued a competitive solicitation (Bid No. 7955‑M3) to replace two elevator drive units at the Worcester Police Department headquarters. The scope required removal of existing Torqmax F4 drives, supply and installation of two new Torqmax F5 drives, testing, and a one‑year warranty. The contract was awarded to Elevator Maintenance & Service, Inc. for a total lump‑sum price of $34,626.67. The work must be completed within two months of the purchase order and performed only Monday‑Friday, 7 am‑4 pm, with the site secured after hours. The solicitation required the vendor to provide standard insurance, a payment bond if the contract exceeds $25,000, and adherence to prevailing‑wage requirements. • Scope: Remove existing drives, install two new Torqmax F5 drives, test and certify elevators. • Schedule: Bids due Jan 18 2023; work to be finished within 2 months of PO issuance. • Requirements: Insurance (≥ $1 M GL, $1 M auto), payment bond (50 % of contract value if > $25 k), 1‑year warranty, compliance with Massachusetts prevailing‑wage rules.