27DPW140B On-Call Electrical Services

The Town of Needham is accepting sealed bids for On-Call Electrical Services. The Town of Needham (hereinafter referred to as the "Town"), acting through its Town Manager, invites highly qualified bidders to submit sealed bids to perform all labor necessary for On-Call Electrical Services.

The Town of Needham is seeking sealed bids from qualified contractors to provide all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to perform on-call electrical repair services. The selected contractor shall be available to respond to electrical repair needs on an as-needed basis throughout the contract term.

The Contractor is expected to be available as needed to perform a wide variety of electrical installations, repairs, alterations, and tests to maintain multiple types of electric systems in schools and other Town buildings. These systems include, but are not limited to:

• Electrical systems
• Alarm systems
• Communication systems
• Timekeeping (clock) systems
• HVAC controls
• Energy management wiring
• Refrigeration systems
• Photovoltaic systems
• Electric vehicle charging stations
• Internal, external, and emergency lighting systems
• Switchgear and electrical distribution equipment
• Emergency generators
• Transfer switches
• Transformers
• Distribution systems
• Automatic doors and electrically operated gates
• Computer and data networking circuits
• Theatrical lighting and sound systems
• Motors
• Kilns and stoves
• Security and access control systems
• Electrical connections for pumps and other mechanical equipment
• All other electrical equipment, apparatuses, devices, fixtures, and wiring systems owned, operated, or maintained by the Town

The above list is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing electrical services, repairs, installations, alterations, troubleshooting, testing, and maintenance for all electrical systems and associated equipment owned, operated, or maintained by the Town, as requested by the Town

The Contractor must be able to complete the following tasks as needed:

• Read and interpret plans, sketches, and blueprints
• Prepare cost and time estimates for all types of electrical work
• Recommend and order related supplies, equipment, and materials required to perform duties
• Work with other skilled trades staff in the Department of Public Works
• Participate in the coordination of larger projects requiring multiple trades

The Contractor must be on-site for emergency calls within two (2) hours after receipt of initial notification. [...] All areas disturbed in the performance of this contract will be restored to their original condition.

**Sealed bids** must be submitted no later than **1:30pm, December 1, 2026**, to the Administration Office of the Public Works Department, Town of Needham, 500 Dedham Ave., Needham, MA 02492. LATE BIDS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

All bids must be accompanied by a bid deposit in an amount that is not less than five percent (5%) of the value of the bid. [...] The Town will award the contract to the lowest responsible and eligible bidder based upon the combined total for years 1-3.

A 50% Payment Bond is required for contracts under $150,000 per year, a 100% Payment Bond for contracts over $150,000 per year. [...] A performance bond in the full amount of the contract will be required at the time of this contract for each year of the term of this contract if the contract value is greater than $150,000.

The initial term of this agreement shall commence January 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2027. This agreement may be renewed or extended for up to four (4) yearly extensions, through December 31, 2028, 2029, 2030, and 2031 respectively, at the sole option of the Town.

**Required**: DCAMM Certification under the prime category of Electrical is required for this contract. All bidders must submit a DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility and a DCAMM Update Statement with their bids in order to be considered responsive.