Bid guide
How to bid on Emergency and Scheduled Shielding, Shoring and Cribbing for MA DOT
What the agency is buying
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MA DOT) is seeking vendors to provide emergency and scheduled shielding, shoring, and cribbing services. These services will be needed at various locations within District 4.
This is an opportunity for construction firms specializing in these types of structural support and safety services to work with the state Department of Transportation.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 27, 2026. The deadline for submitting bids is September 01, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be received by this time.
It is important to note that bids should not be submitted through COMMBUYS, even though the documents are available there. Follow the specific submission instructions provided in the bid documents.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in providing shielding, shoring, and cribbing services. Vendors should be prepared to offer both emergency and scheduled services.
The relevant category for this work is construction, specifically involving temporary structural support and safety measures.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents and quoting instructions, you need to go to COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. You can view the documents without an account.
Documents can be downloaded directly from the bid page without needing a COMMBUYS account. If you plan to quote electronically, you will need to register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. Otherwise, follow the submission directions detailed in the bid documents, as bids are not submitted through COMMBUYS itself.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all bid documents to understand the full scope of emergency and scheduled services required. Pay close attention to any specific technical requirements or performance standards for shielding, shoring, and cribbing.
Ensure your proposal clearly outlines your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving both planned and urgent response scenarios. Detail your capacity to mobilize quickly for emergency situations within District 4. Double-check all submission instructions to ensure your bid is submitted correctly and on time, remembering not to use COMMBUYS for the final submission.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Department of Transportation; the original posting controls.