Bid guide
How to bid on Gas School On Call Maintenance and Repairs for Department of Fire Services
What the agency is buying
The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (DFS) is looking for one vendor to provide maintenance and repair services for its gas school. This includes work on liquified natural gas (LNG) and liquified propane gas (LPG) above-ground storage tanks (ASTs), training props, equipment, and the overall infrastructure at the school.
This opportunity is for a vendor experienced in gas system maintenance and repair, ensuring the safety and functionality of critical training facilities.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 22, 2026. Sealed bids are due by Friday, August 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Bids must be submitted at the DFS Stow campus.
A 5% bid deposit is required with your submission. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for construction and maintenance firms with specialized expertise in gas systems, particularly those involving LNG and LPG storage tanks and related infrastructure. Vendors should be familiar with maintaining training equipment and facilities.
The project requires adherence to prevailing wage rates, so firms must be prepared to meet these labor cost requirements.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents, you can view the original source on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. An account is not needed to view the bid or download documents.
If you wish to quote electronically, you will need to register a free vendor account on COMMBUYS. Otherwise, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents for submitting sealed bids.
Tips for a competitive response
Carefully review all specifications related to LNG and LPG systems, training props, and infrastructure to ensure your bid fully addresses the scope of work. Highlight your firm's specific experience with these types of systems and equipment.
Ensure your bid includes the required 5% bid deposit. Pay close attention to prevailing wage rate requirements and factor them into your pricing. Submit any questions you have in writing well before the deadline to receive clarification.
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 Fire Services; the original posting controls.