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IFB 2026-14
DEXTER AVE AND TEMPLETON PARKWAY ROADWAY CONSTRUCTION
In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Roadway Construction on Dexter Ave and Templeton Parkway. Qualified contractors are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within their Invitation for Bids (IFB).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on Tuesday June 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertownma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown Ma.02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, to be considered.
Mass DOT Prequalification of contractors with the class of work “Highway Construction” at the appropriate dollar threshold is required. The estimated value of this contract is $615,000.
Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security consisting of a Bid Bond, Treasurer’s Check, Cash, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company in the amount of 5% of the bid price.
Minimum Wage Rates as determined by the Commissioner of Department of Workforce Development under the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Section 26 to 27D, as amended, apply to this project.
The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality contained therein, and to award the contract as determined to be in the best interest of the City.
The City of Watertown may cancel their IFB or reject in whole or in part any and all proposals, if they determine that cancellation or rejection serves the best interest of the City of Watertown. The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Legal Notice
IFB 2026-13 ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1
In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1 at various locations throughout the city. Qualified contractors are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within their Invitation for Bids (IFB).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on Tuesday June 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertownma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown Ma.02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, to be considered.
Mass DOT Prequalification of contractors with the class of work “Highway Construction” at the appropriate dollar threshold is required. The estimated value of this contract is $3,275,446.68.
Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security consisting of a Bid Bond, Treasurer’s Check, Cash, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company in the amount of 5% of the bid price.
Minimum Wage Rates as determined by the Commissioner of Department of Workforce Development under the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Section 26 to 27D, as amended, apply to this project.
The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality contained therein, and to award the contract as determined to be in the best interest of the City. The City of Watertown may cancel their IFB or reject in whole or in part any and all proposals, if they determine that cancellation or rejection serves the best interest of the City of Watertown.
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Public Notice
Watertown Planning Board Public Hearing: Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Council Chamber, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA, in person and with remote access, with link on the Agenda posted 48 hours prior to the meeting.
76 Hovey Street, Unit #3 - Emil Jacob (owner/petitioner) requests a Site Plan Review in accordance with §5.02 (t) Table of Accessory Use Regulations to convert a portion of the first floor and entire second floor of an existing carriage house used for storage and office space to an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Located in the T (Two-Family) Zoning District. Planning Board PZ-25-11
Legal Notice
The City Council of Watertown hereby gives notice of a public hearing and vote to be held ONLINE and IN-PERSON (HYBRID) Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Richard Mastrangelo Chamber Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA or online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on a proposed Loan Order as follows:
ORDERED : That the sum of $5,778,000 is appropriated to pay costs of renovating Parker Annex, including masonry costs, fire suppression system installation, second floor renovations, and ADA update requirements, including all other costs incidental and related thereto; and that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the City Manager, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c.44, §7(1), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor.
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this HYBRID Public Hearing. A copy of the proposed Loan Order is available for inspection as the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov
Legal Notice
The City Council of Watertown hereby gives notice of public hearings and votes to be held ONLINE and IN-PERSON (HYBRID) Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Richard Mastrangelo Chamber Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA or online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on two proposed ordinances to adjust the City Auditor’s salary and the Municipal Policy Analyst’s salary:
1st Ordinance
WHEREAS, Section 2-7(e) of the City of Watertown Home Rule Charter provides that the City Council may, by ordinance, provide a salary for the City Auditor.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, that the City Council of the City of Watertown hereby establishes the City Auditor’s salary as follows:
Effective July 1st, 2023 (Fiscal Year 2024), $130,000 per annum
Effective July 1st, 2024 (Fiscal Year 2025), $145,000 per annum
2nd Ordinance
WHEREAS, Section 2-7(e) of the City of Watertown Home Rule Charter provides that the City Council may, by ordinance, provide a salary for the Municipal Policy Analyst.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED, that the City Council of the City of Watertown hereby establishes the Municipal Policy Analyst’s salary as follows:
Effective July 1st, 2024 (Fiscal Year 2025), $75,000 per annum
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this HYBRID Public Hearing. A copy of the two proposed ordinances are available for inspection at the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov.
Legal Notice
The City Council of Watertown hereby gives notice of a public hearing and vote to be held ONLINE and IN-PERSON (HYBRID) Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Richard Mastrangelo Chamber Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA or online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on a proposed Loan Order as follows:
ORDERED that the sum of $8,932,206 is appropriated to pay costs of construction and reconstruction of the municipal outdoor recreational and athletic facilities located at Victory Field, including all other costs incidental and related thereto; and that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the City Manager, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c.44, §7(1), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor.
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this HYBRID Public Hearing. A copy of the proposed Loan Order is available for inspection as the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov.
Notice of Tax Taking
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
City of Watertown
Office of the Treasurer/Collector
Notice of Tax Taking
TO THE OWNERS OF THE HEREINAFTER DESCRIBED LAND AND TO ALL OTHERS CONCERNED YOU ARE HEREBY
NOTIFIED That on June 30, 2025 at the Collector's Office, City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472, pursuantto the provisions of General Laws, Chapter 60, Section 53, the following described parcels of land will BE TAKEN FOR THE CITY OF WATERTOWN for non-payment of taxes due thereon, with the interest and all incidental expenses and costs to the of taking, unless the same shall have been paid before that date.
Melissa A. Morrissey, Treasurer/Collector
Read the Treasurer/Collector Legal Ad dated June 16, 2025 (PDF)
Legal Notice
IFB#2026-12 Main St at Whites Ave Bus Stop Improvements
In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Bus Stop Construction Improvements. Qualified contractors are requested to submit proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within the Invitation for Bids (IFB).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown-ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown Ma.02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2025, to be considered.
Mass DOT Prequalification of contractors with the class of work “Highway-Sidewalk and Curbing” at the appropriate dollar threshold is required. The estimated value of this contract is $305,967.
Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security consisting of a Bid Bond, Treasurer’s Check, Cash, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company in the amount of 5% of the bid price.
Minimum Wage Rates as determined by the Commissioner of Department of Workforce Development under the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Section 26 to 27D, as amended, apply to this project. The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality contained therein, and to award the contract as determined to be in the best interest of the City.
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
There are no filed sub-bids
Notice
In accordance with the Demolition Delay Ordinance, the Watertown Historical Commission will hold a meeting and public hearing- June 26, 2025, at 5 PM to determine if the house at 57 Pequosette St. is preferably preserved and if a demolition delay will be imposed. Confirm the meeting location and/or link on the agenda, 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Public Notice
Watertown Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing: Wednesday, June 25, 2025, with meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA in-person with remote access link on the Agenda 48 hours prior to the meeting.
8 Buick St- Viviane Maria de Oliveira requests a Special Permit Finding in accordance with §4.06(a) Alteration of Non-Conforming Structures to allow construction within existing non-conforming left side setbacks for a full second floor addition. Located in the Single-Family (S-6) Zoning District. PZ-25-10.