Bid guide
How to bid on Kitchen and Bath Modernization for Lowell Housing Authority
What the agency is buying
The Lowell Housing Authority is seeking contractors for the modernization of kitchens and bathrooms at Pleasant and Concord Street properties. This project includes installing new flooring, updating electrical systems, and replacing heating and air conditioning systems. This is a significant opportunity for construction firms specializing in residential renovations.
The solicitation number is BD-26-1202-COCC1-COCC1-131836.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. The final deadline for bids is August 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All bids must be submitted electronically through BidDocs; hard copy bids will not be accepted.
For plumbing and electrical work, filed sub-bids are due earlier, on August 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT. These sub-bids will be opened online immediately after the deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for construction companies with experience in residential kitchen and bathroom renovations, including electrical, plumbing, flooring, and HVAC system installations. Firms with a strong track record in modernization projects will be well-suited.
Importantly, plumbing and electrical subcontractors must be certified by DCAMM (Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance). Bidders must include a current DCAMM Sub-Bidder Certificate of Eligibility and a signed DCAMM Sub-Bidder's Update Statement with their submission.
How to respond
To access the full bid documents, you can view the original source on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. Documents can be downloaded directly from the bid page without needing an account.
All bids must be submitted electronically through BidDocs. Hard copy bids will not be accepted. Review the instructions in the bid documents on BidDocs for how to register as an electronic bidder and submit your proposal. While viewing is public, quoting electronically requires a free COMMBUYS vendor account.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Given the electronic submission requirement, ensure your team is familiar with the BidDocs platform well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues. Start the registration process early if you are not already set up.
Pay close attention to the specific requirements for DCAMM certification for plumbing and electrical subcontractors. Ensure all required certificates and update statements are current and properly included with your bid. Double-check all specifications for new flooring, electrical systems, and heating/AC to ensure your proposal accurately reflects the scope of work and materials required. Clearly detail your experience with similar modernization projects.
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 Lowell Housing Authority; the original posting controls.