General Requirements
Bid/Contract documents may be obtained from the Chief Procurement Officer. Call 413-452-1300, or email the Chief Procurement Officer at Bids@waterandsewer.org.
Every bid must be:
- Submitted on Bid/Contract documents obtained from the Chief Procurement Officer.
- Signed by the bidder.
- Placed in a sealed envelope.
- Filed at the Procurement Office at 250 M Street Extension, Bondi's Island, Agawam MA prior to the Bid Opening Time and Date as stated in the advertisement and noted on the Bid/Contract document.
The attention of all bidders is directed to the provisions of the Bid/Contract documents and specifically to the requirements for bid deposits, insurance and performance bonds as may be applicable. A bid deposit of 5 percent of the total bid may be required (as indicated). This must be in the form of a bid bond, certified check, treasurer’s or cashier’s check issued to the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission. A performance bond may be required of the successful bidder as security to guarantee the faithful performance of the contract. The performance bond shall be payable to the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission and issued by a surety company authorized to do business in Massachusetts and satisfactory to the Commission, or in the form of a certified check, treasurer’s, or cashier’s check issued by a responsible bank or trust company. The penal sum of such bond or amount of such check shall be in the sum of 100 percent of the contract price.
The Chief Procurement Officer reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any item or items of the bid, and to waive technical defects which are not of a substantive nature if the Commission should determine that it is in the best interest of the Commission to do so.
- Bids must be accompanied by a bid deposit, certified check, treasurer’s or cashier’s check, or in the form of a bid bond in the amount of 5% of Bid payable to and to become the property of the Commission if the bid, after acceptance, is not carried out. The bid deposit is to be returned only when all stated conditions of the Contract document are carried out. In addition, a performance bond and also a labor and materials payment bond, each of a surety company qualified to do business under the laws of the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Chief Procurement Officer, and each in the sum of 100% of the contract price, must be submitted within the time specified in the Contract document.
- Bids must be submitted within the time specified in the Contract document. Bids must be submitted on the forms obtained from the Chief Procurement Officer Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, 250 M Street Extension, Agawam, MA 01001 and must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Chief Procurement Officer clearly marked with the Bid Contract number and name.
- Bid will be publicly opened and read at the Bid Room of the Chief Procurement Officer on the date specified for the specific bid. There may be a non-refundable charge for each set of contract documents taken out. If the bidder neglects to bid on each and every item, it may lead to the rejection of the bid.
- The rate of wages paid to mechanics, teamsters, chauffeurs, and laborers in the work to be performed under the contract shall not be less than the rate of wages in the schedule determined by the Commission of Labor and Industries of the Commonwealth, a copy of which schedule is annexed to the form of contract referred to herein. Copies of said schedule may be obtained, without cost, upon applications therefore at the office of the Chief Procurement Officer.
- Before commencing performance on the contract, the contractor shall provide by insurance for the payment of compensation and the furnishing of all other benefits under Chapter 152 of the General Laws (The Workmen’s Compensation Law, so called) to all persons to be employed under the contract and shall continue such insurance in full force and effect during the term of the contract. Attention is called to Chapter 370 of the Acts of 1963, which must be strictly complied with.
- These are general bid guidelines. The individual requirements for each bid will be contained in the specific bid package. The Chief Procurement Officer reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any item or items of the bid, and to waive technical defects which are not of a substantive nature if the Commission should determine that it is in the best interest of the Commission to do so.
Supplies and Services being sought by the Commission
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Bid No. 26-22: Purchase and Delivery of Broom Gate and Backwash Facility Portable Generator
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, isseeking bids from qualified Vendors to provide a portable 220kW trailer mounted generator. IFB documents and specifications will be available after 10:00 AM on October 29, 2025, via email from the CPO at edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org. The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission is seeking bids from qualified Vendors to provide a portable 220kW trailer mounted generator. The amount of the contract is expected not to exceed $200,000.00. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than November 10, 2025 by 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
November 20, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $200,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 26-20: Price Agreement for Sewer Maintenance Chemicals
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking a price agreement for the supply of sewer maintenance chemicals, on an as-needed basis. All products to be supplied must meet SWSC Material Specifications. Quantities in this bid are approximate and the Commission reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities to best suit its needs. IFB documents and specifications will be available after 10:00 AM on October 15, 2025, via email from the CPO at edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org. The Vendor shall provide materials that meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) one-year renewal options, to be exercised at the SWSC’s sole discretion.. The amount of the contract will not exceed $100,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all items listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than October 22, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
November 5, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $100,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 26-18: Price Agreement for Dry Barrel Fire Hydrants
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking a price agreement for the supply of dry barrel fire hydrants, on an as-needed basis. All products to be supplied must meet SWSC Material Specifications. Quantities in this bid are approximate and the Commission reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities to best suit its needs. IFB documents and specifications will be available after on October 1, 2025, via email from the CPO at edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org. The Vendor shall provide materials that meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) one-year renewal options, to be exercised at the SWSC’s sole discretion.. The amount of the contract will not exceed $200,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all items listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than October 15, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
October 22, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $200,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 26-14 Joseph J Superneau Operations Center Boiler Replacement Project Sealed bids for a Prime Contractor contract are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer. Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 149 as amended and other applicable statutes. Bids for a General Contractor will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT on October 1, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description: Replace existing boilers and hot water heater with two high efficiency condensing natural gas boilers. The Project is estimated not to exceed $150,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. on site at 71 Colton St., Springfield MA 01109 and will include a short presentation from the project management team. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available after 10:00 AM on Wednesday September 10, 2025 by contacting the Commission’s Chief Procurement Officer Edward J. Sweeney at edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org. Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by 4:00 PM on September 23, 2025 at the above email address. in order to be considered. MGL Chap 149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
October 1, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | $150,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 26-04 On-Call Paving and Road Remediation Services The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission is seeking bids from qualified Contractors to enter into a service agreement for on call, as-needed, Paving and Road Remediation Services. Services will be performed in the Greater Springfield Area, primarily in the Town of Ludlow and the Commission of Springfield. Services will consist of rolling, paving, and restoration of the public way, as well as any adjacent private property, that may be disturbed by Commissions Water and Sewer work. All work performed under this IFB shall be in compliance all applicable laws and/or procurement regulations. The amount of the contract is estimated at $200,000.00 annually. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than September 16, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so.The services in this project are subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30§39M as well as other applicable statutes. The services solicited in this IFB will be subject to the Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Laws. | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
September 24, 2025@ 2:00 PM EST | $200,000.00 | $200,000.00 | Precise Paving, Inc. |
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Bid No. 26-08 Joseph J. Superneau Operations Center Structural Repairs Project The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for Structural Repairs to three story garage and office, demoltion of coal vaults, perform concrete repairs and steel beam replacements to the Joseph J. Superneau Operations Center at 71 Colton St., Springfield MA 01109 as directed in the contract documents. Optional PRE-BID CONFERENCE for Contractors interested in submitting a bid will be held September 9, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. EDT on site at 71 Colton St. Springfield, MA 01109 and will include a short presentation from the project management team. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available for download at BidDocs on August 27, 2025, 10:00 A.M. EDT, onlineat biddocs.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at NashobaBlue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). The amount of the contract is estimated at $400,000.00. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than September 12, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. The work in this project issubject to M.G.L. Chapter 149 and Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Laws.
MGL Ch. 149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
September 30, 2025@ 2:00 PM EST | $400,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 26-06: Dam and Spillway Woody Vegetation Removal Project The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for the cutting, removal and disposal of all woody vegetation as directed in the contract documents. Work limits are within dam and spillways area (SWSC Property). All woody vegetation designated to be cut shall require cutting and bundling into brush piles, removal of brush, and on-site chipping with disposal of chips off-site by the Contractor. PRE-BID CONFERENCE for Contractors interested in submitting a bid will be held August 28, 2025 at 10:00 AM EDT, at the West Parish Water Filtration Plant, 1515 Granville Road, Westfield, MA 01085 starting with a review of the specifications followed by a visit to the project sites. The amount of the contract is estimated at $150,000.00. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than September 2, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. The services in this project are subject to M.G.L. Chapter 30§39M and Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Laws.
MGL Ch. 30Sec39M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
September 16, 2025@ 2:00 PM EST | $150,000.00 | $139,500.00 | Cain's Mechanical, LLC |
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Bid No. 26-03: On-Call Woody Vegetation and Tree Removal Services
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its CPO, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors for as needed and scheduled Woody Vegetation and Tree Removal Services at various Commission properties. Services may be performed in the municipalities of: Agawam, Belchertown, Blandford, Granville, Huntington, Ludlow, Springfield, Russell, West Springfield, and Westfield. Services will consist of general vegetation management at a variety of Commission properties. Up to two (2) Contractors will be awarded a Commission contract. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with 2- One year in length renewal options, to be exercised at it the Commissions sole discretion. The amount of the contract shall not exceed $300,000.00 per year. The bid is governed by Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Ch.30 Sec. 39M and other applicable procurement statutes. Contractor must pay prevailing wages wherever applicable. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than August 26, 2025, by 4:00 PM EDT in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30Sec39M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
September 4, 2025@ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $300,000.00 | $300,000.00 $300,000.00 | Northern Tree Service Cain's Mechanical |
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Bid No. 26-02: Price Agreement for Various Portland Cement Concrete Products
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking a price agreement for the supply of various Portland Cement Concrete Products to be delivered to various sites within the City of Springfield, and surrounding cities, on an as-needed basis. All products to be supplied must meet the most current MassDOT Standard Specifications, Section M4. The Commission reserves the right to randomly test material provided for compliance with these specifications. Quantities in this bid are approximate and the Commission reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities to best suit its needs. The Vendor shall provide materials that meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) one-year renewal options, to be exercised at the SWSC’s sole discretion.. The amount of the contract will not exceed $100,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all categories/delivery sizes listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than August 19, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
August 27, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $100,000.00 | $145,900.00 | Banas Sand & Gravel Co., Inc. |
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Bid No. 26-01: Price Agreement for Bituminous Concrete Products
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors/Vendors forbituminous concrete products. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on an as needed basis during the term of this agreement by pickup at the vendor’s location by Commission truck. The Vendor shall provide materials that meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) one-year renewal options, to be exercised at the SWSC’s sole discretion.. The amount of the contract will not exceed $350,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all categories/delivery sizes listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than August 18, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
August 26, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $350,000.00 | $446,750.00 | Palmer Paving Corp. |
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Bid No. 25-44 Little River Watershed Culvert PCR02 Daylighting and Restoration Project (CAPITAL PROJECT) Sealed bids are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer.Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 30§39M as amended and other applicable statutes. This is project is funded by the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA), and potential bidder’s attention should be drawn to the associated WIFIA requirements contained in the bidding documents.. Bids will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT Aug 5, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description. The Work under this Contract includes, but is not necessarily limited to daylighting approximately 15 LF of 18” CMP culvert, tree removal, grading, stream and wetland restoration, construction of drainage swales within an existing logging road, water diversion bars, stream bypass and dewatering operations, and all necessary appurtenances and incidents to complete the work. The Project Cost is estimated not to exceed $131,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for July 17, 2025 10:00 AM EDT, 10:00 AM EDT on site at 106 Borden Brook Road, Granville, MA 01034 and will include a short presentation from the project management team. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Pre-bid contact: (Contact: Edward J. Sweeney., at edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org ) Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available for pick-up at BidDocs on July 9, 2025 10:00 AM EDT online at biddocs.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by 4:00 P.M. EDT on July 22, 2025 in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org). Edward J. Sweeney, Chief Procurement Officer Springfield Water and Sewer Commission | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
August 5, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $131,000.00 | $64,500.00 | SumCo - Eco Contracting LLC |
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Bid No. 25-65 FY 25 Sewer Improvements Project (CAPITAL PROJECT) Sealed bids are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer.Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 30§39M as amended and other applicable statutes. This is project is funded by the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA), and potential bidder’s attention should be drawn to the associated WIFIA requirements contained in the bidding documents.. Bids will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT on July 9, 2025 at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description. The nature and general scope of work of the Contract includes sewer system pipe repairs and rehabilitation at various locations in Springfield MA. Approximately 330 feet of 10 to 18 inch sewer pipe replacement, 2 new sewer manholes, 6,400 feet of 10 to 24 inch sewer pipe rehabilitation, 400 vertical feet of manhole rehabilitation, and 300 feet of 6 to 8 inch DIP water main replacement to facilitate sewer pipe repair. The Project is estimated not to exceed $3,000,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for June 20, 2025, at 10:00 A.M. EDT on site at 71 Colton Street in Springfield, MA and will include a short presentation from the project management team. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available online at https://biddocs.com/ on June 11, 2025 after 10:00 AM EDT (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay Davis Bacon wage rates or MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by 4:00 P.M. EDT on June 26, 2025 in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org). Edward J. Sweeney, Chief Procurement Officer Springfield Water and Sewer Commission | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
July 9, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $3,000,000.00 | $2,494,196.00 | Baltazar Contractors, Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-55: Price Agreement for the Provision of Sand, Loam, Stone, and Gravel
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors/Vendors for Sand, Loam, Stone, and Gravel. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on n as needed basis during the term of this agreement to 71 Colton St , Springfield, MA 01109 or by pickup at the vendor’s location by Commission truck. Eligible Vendor(s) must have their distribution point within a 10 mile radius of 71 Colton St , Springfield, MA 01109. The Vendor shall provide materials that meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) one-year renewal options, to be exercised at the SWSC’s sole discretion.. The amount of the contract will not exceed $150,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all categories/delivery sizes listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than June 9, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
June 17, 2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $150,000.00 | $121,700.00 | Kudlic Bros. Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-48 Joseph J. Superneau Operations Center Emergency Stand-By Power Generator Project Sealed bids for a Prime Contractor contract are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer.Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 30§39M as amended and other applicable statutes. Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be accepted by the ChiefProcurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT on June 18, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read in the Bondi’s Large Conference Room. J.J. Superneau Operations Center Emergency Stand-By Power Generator Project. The work consists of an electrical upgrade, including, but not limited to, the installation of an outdoor 150 kW emergency stand-by generator on a concrete pad, installation of automated transfer switch, demolition, connection to an existing Main Distribution Panel (MDP), coordination with Eversource and Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, and miscellaneous work items as indicated in the Contract Documents. The Project is estimated not to exceed $605,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for May 30, 2025, at 9:00AM. The pre-bid meeting will be held onsite at 71 Colton Street in Springfield, MA. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre- bid meeting. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available online at https://biddocs.com/ on May 21, 2025 after 10:00 AM EDT (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by 4:00 P.M. on May 30, 2025, in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org). MGL c3039M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
June 18, 2025, 2:00PM EDT | NTE $605,000.00 | TBD | TBD |
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Bid No. 25-41 Provin Mountain Reservoir Service Building Roof Project Sealed bids for a Prime Contractor contract are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer. Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 149 as amended and other applicable statutes. Bidders MUST provide evidence of DCAMM Certification in the category of ROOFING. Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be acceptedby the Chief Procurement Officerat the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT on June 17, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description. Removal of an existing EPDM roof systemand installation of a new PVC membraneroof system, fascia and associated accessories. Re-pointing of masonry chimney, chimney cap and flue cap. Work Location:1121 N West St. Agawam,MA 01030. The Project is estimated not to exceed $250,000.00. An optional pre-bid meetinghas been scheduled Friday, May 30, 2025, at 11:00AM at 1121 N West St. Agawam, MA 01030.. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Documents will be available for will be available beginning on May 21, 2025, via email from the Chief Procurement Officer (edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org) or through the Commission’s website; www.waterandsewer.org during normal business hours at no charge. Contractor must agree to MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any orall bids, if in the public interestto do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writingand received by the ChiefProcurement Officer by 4:00 PM EDT on June 5, 2025 in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org). MGL c149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
June 17, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT | NTE $250,000.00 | $130,960.00 | Silktown Roofing, Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-58: Purchase Agreement for Plumbing Supplies The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for various Plumbing Supplies. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on an as needed basis during the term of this agreement to 71 Colton Street in Springfield. Up to two (2) vendors will be awarded a contract. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with 2- One year in length Renewals. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $200,000.00 per year. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than May 28, 2025 by 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. M.G.L. 30B Section 5 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
June 5, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT | NTE $200,000.00 | NTE $200,000.00 | Everett J. Prescott, Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-45: Provin Mountain Reservoir Water Quality Monitoring Station Project Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00 PM EDT on June 10, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. The DCAMM certificate of eligibility to be submitted by the General Bidder shall be for the category of work defined as “Sewage and Water Treatment Plants”. Filed Bids from Subcontractors will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EDT on May 22, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Sub-Bids with the required Bid deposit will be received for the following items of work: Subtrades Masonry Work, Electrical Work Provin Mountain Reservoir Water Quality Monitoring Station: The Work includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the following major items: Construction of a masonry CT Building to house three combined pH/Temperature/chlorine analyzers, one analyzer discharge recirculation system, and ancillary systems; construction of three instrumentation vaults to install clamp-on flow meter on three existing water transmission mains; construction of a dry well for sample sink drain; construction of metal stairs from the gravel road to the CT Building site; HVAC system for the CT Building; associated electrical and control works for CT Building and doghouse manholes; and associated civil and site works, etc. Successful Contractor will be required to furnish the Commission with both a 100% Performance and 100% Payment Bonds at the time of contract execution. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for May 7, 2025, at 10:00AM EDT., at the Provin Mountain Reservoirs, 1121 N West Street, Feeding Hill, MA 01030.Contact: frank.zabaneh@waterandsewer.org and andrew.loftus@waterandsewer.org. This project is anticipated to be funded by WIFIA (Water Infrastructure Finance Innovation Act) program. The Contract will be required to meet Davis-Bacon and MA Prevailing Wage rates requirements, Minority and Women’s Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) goal conditions (4.8 percent and 6.9 percent, respectively), and American Iron and Steel requirements. The estimated value of this project is $1,950,000.00. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications from Subcontractors must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by May 13, 2025, 4:30 PM EDT in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org) Plans and specifications will be made available through Biddocs.com on April 30, 2025, online at www.biddocsonline.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). All questions regarding bid or its specifications from Prime/General Contractors must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by May 29, 2025, 4:30 PM EDT in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org) The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL c149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
FSB: May 22, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT. GC: June 10, 2025, 2:00 PM EDT | NTE $1,950,000.00 | FSB: Electrical, $180,300.00 Masonry, $96,250.00 GC: $2,096,714.85 | FSB: Amp Electrical Inc. AND B&B Commercial Masonry, Inc. GC: The Associated Construction Co. |
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Bid No. 25-51: Border Brook Reservoir Spillway Bridge and Sugar Creek Bridge Repair Project Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be accepted by the Chief Procurement OƯicer at the John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EST on May 14, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description. Work at the Border Brook Reservoir Spillway bridge includes installation of site controls and water controls as needed. Spall, cavity, abrasion, and crack repairs to the spillway bridge spandrel walls, arch, and abutments. Installation of lightweight metal jersey barrier and re-grading of the gravel road. Work at the Sugar Creek bridge includes phased repair of the abrasion on the abutments of the arch at the waterline. Sequencing of work includes phased water control associated with the repair of each abutment wall. Upon completion of work at each site, appropriate site restoration. Time for completion of this project is 150 calendar days from the date of written Notice to Proceed. Project is estimated not to exceed $400,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for April 24, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., on site at 106 Borden Brook Rd, Granville MA. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Pre-bid contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org. NOTE: Hard hats, steel toes, and high visibility vests required. Plans and specifications will be made available through Biddocs.com on April 16, 2025, online at www.biddocsonline.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by May 6, 2025, in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org). The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL c3039M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
May 14, 2025, 2:00PM EDT | NTE $400,000.00 | $927,983.00 | R.H. White Construction Co., Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-50: Purchase Agreement for Various Large Valves The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for various large valves. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on an as needed basis during the term of this agreement to 71 Colton Street in Springfield. Up for two (2) vendors will be awarded a contract. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with 2- One year in length Renewals. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $250,000.00 per year. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than April 21, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL c30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
April 29, 2025 | NTE $250,000.00 / yr | $206,712.95 | Core & Main L P |
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Bid No. 25-08: NORTH BRANCH INTERCEPTOR REHABILITATION
Sealed bids for a Prime Contractor contract are requested by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s (SWSC) Chief Procurement Officer. Bidding procedures are per Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Chapter 30§39M as amended and other applicable statutes. This is project is funded in part by the Water Infrastructure Financing and Innovation Act (WIFIA), and Contractors attention is drawn to the WIFIA requirements contained in the bidding documents. Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EST on May 13, 2025, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Project Description. CIPP lining of approximately 450 linear feet of 39-inch clay tile pipe and 2,600 linear feet of 36-inch clay tile pipe of the existing North Branch Sewer Interceptor pipe between Wilbraham Road and SMH 4349. Selective demolition of approximate eight (8) manhole corbels as required for pipeline access to carry out CIPP lining operations. Rehabilitation of approximate thirteen (13) manholes with cementitious lining. Temporary sewer system bypass. Construction of a permanent gravel access road between Riverton Road and the existing maintenance area within St. Michael’s Cemetery. Site Restoration. The time for completion of this project is 180 calendar days from the date of the written Notice to Proceed. The Project is estimated not to exceed $4,000,000.00. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for April 22, 2025, at 10:00 A.M., on site at St. Michael’s Cemetery, 1601 State St., Springfield MA.. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available through BidDocs on April 9, 2025, online at www.biddocsonline.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay Davis Bacon wage rates or MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by April 29, 2025, in order to be considered (contact: edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org).
MGL Ch. 30 39M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
05/13/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | NTE $4,000,000.00 | $2,370,244.00 | National Water Main Cleaning Co. |
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Bid No. 25-42: Sale of: Scrap Copper Tubing and Brass Water Meters
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids for the sale of Copper Tubing and Brass. The materials are currently located on Colton Street in Springfield.. This is a sealed bid and not a price quotation. All sealed bids must be delivered to the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, John J. Lyons Administration Building, located at 250 M Street Extension Agawam, MA 01001 by April 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM EDT. at which time they will be publicly opened and read in the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s Procurement Room. Late bids will be rejected. IFB documents and specifications will be available beginning on April 2, 2025, via email from the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) or through the Commission’s website; www.waterandsewer.org during normal business hour for no charge. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than April 9, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
04/17/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | $25,100.00 | $25,100.00 | Nationwide Surplus |
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Bid No. 25-43: Colton Street Superneau Operations Center Loading Dock (REBID)
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its CPO, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors to replace railings and stairs at loading dock entrance at 71 Colton Street Springfield MA, 01109. A single Contractor will be awarded a Commission contract. The amount of the contract is estimated not to exceed $100,000.00. The bid is governed by Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Ch.149 and other applicable procurement Statutes. Contractor must pay prevailing wages wherever applicable. IFB documents and specifications will be available beginning on March 19, 2025, via email from the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) or through the Commission’s website; www.waterandsewer.org during normal business hour for no charge. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than March 27, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
04/03/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $100,000.00 | $85,000.00 | Cain's Mechanical LLC |
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Bid No. 25-35: Purchase and Delivery of Liquid Phosphoric Acid (75%) The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for the purchase of approximately 300,000 pounds of liquid phosphoric acid (75%). This material will be supplied in bulk liquid deliveries of approximately 45,000 pounds each to the West Parish Filters Treatment Plant, located at 1515 Granville Rd, Westfield, MA 01085-4046. Up to two (2) vendors will be awarded a contract. The decision to award more than one contract will be based on the needs of the Commission. The term of the Contract(s) shall be for One (1) Year. The amount of the contract(s) will be for an amount not to exceed $260,000.00 per year. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than 03/06/2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
03/13/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $260,000.00 | $1,160.00 per ton $174,000.00 Total | Astro Chemicals, Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-34: Invitation for Bids: Single-Jet Water Meters 5/8” X ¾” through 4"(and Replacement Registers) with Cellular Telemetry to Cloud Network The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors/Awarded Bidders for Single-Jet Water Meters 5/8” X ¾” Through 4"(and Replacement Registers) with Cellular Telemetry to Cloud Network specifications. The initial term of the Contract(s) shall be for One (1) Year with Two (2) each One (1) Year options to extend at the Commission’s discretion. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $500,000.00. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to edward.sweeney@waterandsewer.org no later than 03/10/2025 at 4:00 P.M. EDT in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
03/18/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $500,000.00 | $250,000.00/yr | Metron Farnier LLC |
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Bid No. 25-33: Invitation for Bids; Price Agreement for Concrete Testing
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Vendors to perform onsite and laboratory concrete testing of concrete samples taken at the Commission's West Parish Filters Facility at 1515 Granville Road, Westfield, MA 01085. The selected vendor will provide services to the SWSC on an on-call and as needed basis during the term of this agreement. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year with 2- one year in length renewals. The amount of the contract will have a not-to-exceed value of $100,000.00 per year. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org no later than 2/14/2025 at 4:30 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
02/20/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $100,000.00 | $23,284.00 | Allied Testing Laboratories, Inc |
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Bid No. 25-30: Invitation for Bids; Price Agreement for Sodium Hydroxide
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Vendors for Sodium Hydroxide as pH Control for Water Systems. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC approximately 400 tons, dry weight (Na2O), of liquid caustic soda 50% (diaphragm grade) to West Parish Filters Treatment Plant, located at 1515 Granville Road, Westfield MA 01085-4046. Up to two (2) vendors will be awarded a contract. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 per year. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to the APO theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org no later than 02/03/2025 at 4:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
02/10/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $300,000.00 | $277,784.00 | Borden & Remington Corp. |
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Bid No. 25-28: Invitation for Bids; ; Price Agreement for Liquid Chlorine
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer (“CPO”), is seeking bids from qualified Contractors/Vendors for Liquid Chlorine. The Liquid Chlorine will be used in the disinfection of treated municipal drinking water. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on an as needed basis during the term of this agreement to West Parish Filters, located at 1515 Granville Road Westfield, MA 01085-4046. The Vendor shall provide a gradation analyses and other documentation needed to illustrate that the materials meet the specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year in length. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $510,000.00 per year. Bidders are required to provide pricing on all categories/delivery sizes listed in bid specifications on order to be considered for contract award. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to the CPO theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org no later than 01/30/2025 at 4:30 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so.
MGL Ch. 30B | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
02/07/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $510,000.00 | $441,610.00 | Kuehne Chemical Co., Inc. |
$481,000.00 | JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc. | ||
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Bid No. 25-29: IFB Price Agreement for Cationic Liquid Polyelectrolyte The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; “SWSC” or the “Commission”), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified Contractors/Vendors for an estimated 450,000 LBS per year of Cationic Liquid Polyelectrolyte Per Springfield Water and Sewer Commission’s Specifications. The term of the Contract shall be for One (1) Year. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $550,000.00 per year. Up to two (2) vendors will be awarded a contract. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org no later than 01/29/2025 at 4:30 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL Ch. 30 §5 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
02/05/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $550,000.00 | $30.02 per MGW | Polydyne Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-01: IFB; West Parish Filters (WPF) Residuals Management Project
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from a vendor for removal and dewatering of approximately 23,000 cubic yards of water treatment residuals from the Upper Lagoon located at the West Parish Filters treatment plant in Westfield, MA. Mechanical dewatering of residuals on-site and loading into vehicles for disposal/reuse. Off-site disposal/beneficial reuse of materials at an approved facility. Perform final bathymetric survey of Upper Lagoon upon completion of residuals removal. The time for completion of this project is 120 calendar days from the date of the written Notice to Proceed. The Project is estimated not to exceed $3,600,000.00. An optional Pre-Bid Conference will be held at An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for December 11, 2024, at 10:00 A.M., on site at 1515 Granville Road, Westfield, MA. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Pre-bid contact: (Contact: Phillip Gunderson EIT, at pgunderson@brwncald.com). Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available for pick-up at www.biddocsonline.com on December 4, 2024, online at www.biddocsonline.com (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested) or at Nashoba Blue, Inc. at 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749 (978-568-1167). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay Davis Bacon wage rates or MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by January 9, 2025, in order to be considered (contact: theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org). | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
02/05/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $3,600,000.00 | $2,534,820.00 | Synagro Northeast LLC |
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Bid No. 25-04: Request for Proposals; Automated Billing and Payment Notification Services
The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking proposals from a vendor to provide Automated Billing and Payment Notification Services. Average monthly transactions consist of 7,471 from checking accounts, 87 from savings accounts and 10,912 from credit cards. The term of the Contract shall be for Three years. The amount of the contract will be for an amount not to exceed $300,000.00 annually. All questions must be made in writing and received by the Office of Procurement no later than November 6, 2024 at 4:30 P.M. in order to be considered (theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org). The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL Ch. 30B § 6 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
12/04/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $300,000.00 | $300,000.00 | Paymentus Corp. |
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Bid No. 25-19: Price Agreement for the Purchase of Ductile Iron Pipe of Various Diameters and Lengths. Plans and specifications will be available electronically (in PDF format) by request by emailing the Chief Procurement Officer at theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org
Up to two (2) Vendors will be awarded a Contract.
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Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
11/18/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $500,000.00 | $500,000.00 | Ferguson Waterworks |
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Bid No. 25-13: Invitation for Bids; Sale of: Scrap Brass Meters The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission (hereafter; SWSC or the Commission), through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids for the sale of Scrap Brass Meters. The materials are currently located on Colton Street in Springfield.
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Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
10/08/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $15,000.00 | TBD | AWARD CANCELLED |
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IFB No. 25-10 : Borden Brook Reservoir Culvert Replacement Project Bids for Prime/General Contractor will be accepted by the Chief Procurement Officer at the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission John J. Lyons Administration Building, 250 M Street Ext., Agawam, MA until 2:00PM EST on September 18, 2024, at which time they will be publicly opened and read at Bondi’s Large Conference Room. Borden Brook Reservoir Culvert Replacement Project. Demolition of existing structure (24-inch corrugated pipe culvert) and replace with new concrete infrastructure. The Project is estimated not to exceed $140,000. An optional pre-bid meeting has been scheduled for September 4, 2024, at 10:00AM. The pre-bid meeting will be held onsite at 106 Borden Brook Road in Blandford, MA. Bidders are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-bid meeting. Pre-bid contact: (Contact: David Partridge, P.E., djpartridge@tighebond.com) Bid Forms and Contract Documents will be available online at www.biddocsonline.com on August 21, 2024 (may be viewed electronically and hard copy requested). Bidders requesting Contract Documents to be mailed to them shall include a separate check for $40.00 per set for UPS Ground (or $65.00 per set for UPS overnight), payable to BidDocs ONLINE Inc. to cover mail handling costs (these costs are estimated and are subject to increase). Contractor must agree to pay MA Prevailing Wage rates whenever applicable. The SWSC reserves the right to waive any informality in, or to revoke, any or all bids, if in the public interest to do so. All questions regarding bid or its specifications must be made in writing and received by the Chief Procurement Officer by 4:30 P.M. on September 12, 2024, in order to be considered (contact: theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org) MGL Chapter 3039M | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
09/18/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $140,000.00 | $94,750.00 | Cain's Mechanical LLC |
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IFB No. 25-11 : On-Call General Construction Services The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission is seeking qualified contractors to enter into a Price Agreement for General Construction Services. Work may include, but is not limited to: installation of water piping and valves of various sizes and types, hydrants, valve actuators, sluice gates and actuators, pumps and related appurtenances, mechanical installations and repairs, steel fabrication, welding, carpentry, pipe and appurtenances replacement, fabrication of mechanical parts, mechanical construction work, concrete and structural work, installation of sewer piping and manholes, road installation and repair, excavation and installation of excavation support systems, pipe and appurtenances replacement, general hydraulic and related underground structures maintenance, and general civil/earthworks typical in water and wastewater utilities facilities. Up to Three (3) contracts will be awarded, at the sole discretion of the Commission. The term of the Contract(s) shall be for (1) Year with Two (1) one-year in length renewal options, to be exercised at it the Commissions sole discretion. The amount of the contract(s) shall not exceed $500,000.00 per year. The bid is governed by Massachusetts General Laws (MGL) Ch.149 and other applicable procurement Statutes. Contractor must pay prevailing wages wherever applicable. All questions must be made in writing and submitted via email to theo.theocles@waterandsewer.org no later than September 5, at 5:00 P.M. in order to be considered. The Chief Procurement Officer/designee reserves the right to reject any and all proposals if it is in the best interest of the SWSC to do so. MGL Ch. 149 | |||
Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
11/01/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $500,000.00 | $500,000.00 | R. H. White Co. Inc. |
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Bid No. 25-05: Price Agreement for Inorganic Aluminum Coagulant The Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, through its Chief Procurement Officer, is seeking bids from qualified vendors to establish a price agreement for Inorganic Aluminum Coagulant to be used during the coagulation process of treating municipal drinking water. The selected vendor will supply the SWSC on an as needed basis during the term of this agreement to West Parish Filters, located at 1515 Granville Road Westfield, MA 01085.
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Bid Opening Date | Contract Estimate | Bid Price | Contract Awarded To |
08/26/2024 @ 2:00 PM EST | Not to exceed $75,000.00 | $125,000.00 | Holland Company, Inc. |