How to bid on Courtyard Renovation for Mansfield Housing Authority

What the agency is buying

The Mansfield Housing Authority is looking for contractors to perform a courtyard renovation project. This work includes replacing apartment and utility doors and their hardware, repairing metal railings, and painting interior courtyard walls, decking, the underside of walkways, and related structures.

The estimated cost for this project is $487,715.18. This is a significant construction opportunity for firms in the Massachusetts area.

Key dates and deadlines

Trade sub-bids are due by October 9, 2026, at 4:00 PM EDT. These will be opened online immediately afterward. The general bid deadline is October 23, 2026, at 4:00 PM ET. The exact general bid date will be found in the bid documents.

All bids must be submitted electronically. Hard copy bids will not be accepted. It is important to submit your bid on time, as late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms, particularly those specializing in general building construction, miscellaneous and ornamental metals, or painting.

General bidders must hold a current DCAMM certification in General Building Construction. Filed sub-bidders must be DCAMM certified for Miscellaneous and Ornamental Metals or Painting. All bidders must include their current DCAMM Certificate of Eligibility and a signed DCAMM Prime/General Contractor Update Statement or Sub-Bidders Update Statement.

How to respond

This project uses electronic bidding. You can view and download the bid forms and contract documents at no cost from biddocs.com. Hard copies of the contract documents can also be seen at Nashoba Blue Inc., 433 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749.

To submit your bid, you must register as an electronic bidder and submit all bids online through biddocs.com by the specified deadline. Review the instructions in the bid documents for details on how to register and submit electronically.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure all required certifications, especially DCAMM certification for your specific trade, are current and properly submitted with your bid. Missing or expired certifications can lead to disqualification.

Pay close attention to the electronic bidding process on biddocs.com. Familiarize yourself with the platform well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Allow ample time to upload all necessary documents.

General bidders must commit to contracting with minority, women, and veteran-owned business enterprises, meeting specific participation benchmarks. If a waiver is needed, it must be requested five calendar days before the General Bid date; no waivers will be granted after general bids are opened. Plan your sub-contracting strategy early to meet these requirements.