Permanent Speed Hump Installation / DTM

The City of Worcester issued a sealed‑bid, public‑works contract (Bid No. 8472‑M6) for the permanent installation of speed humps, reflective white line markings, and related traffic‑control signage at 21 locations throughout the city. The work is to be performed under Massachusetts prevailing‑wage rules, with required performance and payment bonds, insurance, and MWBE participation goals. JL Construction Corp was awarded the contract with a total bid of $346,052.00. The project schedule demands substantial completion by October 31 2025 and final completion by November 15 2025, with strict traffic‑management, utility‑coordination, and environmental controls. • Scope: Install permanent parabolic speed humps, 12‑inch thermoplastic reflective lines, warning/regulatory signs, and sign poles; includes mobilization, site preparation, utility protection, and final clean‑up. • Procurement: Full and open sealed‑bid competition; unit‑price bidding with a 5 % bid security and 100 % performance/payment bonds. • Compliance: Massachusetts prevailing‑wage schedules, apprenticeship registration, MWBE goals (10 % minority‑owned, 15 % women‑owned subcontractors), safety and noise ordinances, and warranty (1 year).