Procurement

The Procurement Department is responsible for the proper procurement of goods and services in accordance with MGL Ch. 149, 30,39M, 30B, and 7. Procurement announcements are published on this website and when the value of the procurement is greater than 50,000, it is published in the Boston Herald, the Central Register when purchased under MGL Ch. 149, 30, 39M, and 7, and also on the City's website under Notices on the home page and on the Notices page.

Procurements made using 30B are published in the Goods and Services Bulletin when over 150,000.

  1. Bid Notices

Dexter Ave & 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.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-14
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Dexter Ave & Templeton Parkway Roadway Construction
Contact Name: Julie Spurr Knight
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 06/24/2025
Open Time: 10:00am
Close Date: 07/15/2025
Close Time: 10:15am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials Please select "Dexter Ave & Templeton Parkway Roadway Construction" in the Select Bid/Proposal slide down.

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.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-13
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Roadway Improvements Phase 1
Contact Name: Julie Spurr Knight
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 06/24/2025
Open Time: 10:00am
Close Date: 07/15/2025
Close Time: 10:00am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

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.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-12
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Main St at Whites Ave Bus Stop Improvements
Contact Name: Julie Spurr Knight
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 06/17/2025
Open Time: 10:00am
Close Date: 07/03/2025
Close Time: 11:00am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Replacement or Rebuild of Drainage Structures

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Replacement and Rebuild of Drainage Structures.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-10
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Replacement or Rebuild of Drainage Structures
Contact Name: Julie Spurr Knight
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/21/2025
Open Time: 8:30am
Close Date: 06/17/2025
Close Time: 10:00am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

WHS Furniture, Furnishings & Equipment

The City of Watertown invites sealed bids for furnishing, delivered and installing furniture, furnishings, and equipment for the Watertown High School, 50 Columbia Street, Watertown, MA 02472.

Bid/Proposal Number: FFE
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: WHS Furniture, Furnishings & Equipment
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/20/2025
Open Time: 1:00pm
Close Date: 06/12/2025
Close Time: 10:00am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials Please select " WHS Furniture, Furnishings & Equipment FFE" in the Select Bid/Proposal slide down.

Water and Sewer Mailings

The City of Watertown (MA), the Awarding Authority, is issuing an invitation for bid (IFB) for qualified vendors to provide printing and mailing services for the city’s Water and Sewer bills for the Department of Public Works. 

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-01
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Water and Sewer Mailings
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/03/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Roadway Mill and Overlay

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Mill and Overlay of city streets.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-04
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Roadway Mill and Overlay
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/05/2025
Close Time: 10:15 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Crack Sealing

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Crack Sealing work to city roadways.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-07
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Crack Sealing
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/05/2025
Close Time: 11:15 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Pavement Markings

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to provide pavement markings for roadways.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-05
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Pavement Markings
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/05/2025
Close Time: 11:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Sidewalk Repairs

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform sidewalk repairs.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-03
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Sidewalk Repairs
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: Purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/05/2025
Close Time: 10:45 Am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Permanent Patch

In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Street Permanent Patch.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-05
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Permanent Patch
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: Purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/13/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 06/05/2025
Close Time: 10:30 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Parker Building Renovations

The City of Watertown (MA) is seeking the services of a qualified Contractor within the meaning of MGL c149, §§44A to 44J inclusive; applicable to sections of MGL c30, to provide construction services for the Parker Building Renovation. Renovation of approximately 29,215 square feet of the existing Parker Building at 124 Watertown St, Watertown, MA. The scope of work will also include Fire Protection upgrades and Generator Infrastructure upgrades.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-74
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Parker Building Renovations
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 781-799-4918
Status: Open
Open Date: 04/16/2025
Open Time: 10:00 AM
Close Date: 06/10/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
Optional Pre-Bid Meeting: 04/23/2025 at 11:30 AM, Parker Building, 124 Watertown St., Suite 3F, Watertown, MA 02472
Sub Bids: 06/2/2025 at 10:00 AM

Link to Request Bid Materials

Contractors may obtain a complete copy of the specifications as of Wednesday, April 16, 2025 on ProjectDog.com, Reference - ProjectDog #868109 Watertown – Parker Building Renovation

Sub-bid categories: Division 05-Metals, Division 08-Openings, Division 09-Finishes, Division 22-Plumbing, Division 23-HVAC, Division 26-Electrical, Division 27-Communications

Filed Sub-Bids are due on June 6, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. General Bids are due on June 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m.

Victory Field Improvements

The project includes improvements to Victory Field (40 Orchard Street, Watertown MA) including track and sports field renovation, tennis and basketball courts renovation, new field and court lighting, electrical service modifications, site amenities and landscaping, new shared use driveway and entrance gateway

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-75
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Victory Field Improvements
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/06/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 05/29/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Public Buildings Department Study

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide a strategic municipal organizational design and assessment of the City’s Public Buildings Department functions and processes.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2026-02
Type: RFP
Bid/Proposal Name: Public Buildings Department Study
Contact Name: Julie Knight, Procurement Director
Contact Email: Purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 05/06/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 05/29/2025
Close Time: 10:30 AM
Close/Public Reading Location:
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Reissue Affordable Housing Incentives Study

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to produce a study of incentives that are designed to promote affordable rental and ownership of residential units.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-62
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: Reissue Affordable Housing Incentives Study
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Pending
Open Date: 04/29/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 05/22/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Urban Wild Management Plan Whitney Hill

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to develop a comprehensive Urban Wild Management Plan for Whitney Hill Park. This plan will guide the Watertown Conservation Commission in managing current and future natural resources, trail improvements, and educational uses.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-66
Type: RFP
Bid/Proposal Name: Urban Wild Management Plan Whitney Hill
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Pending
Open Date: 04/29/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 05/22/2025
Close Time: 10:30 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Watertown Square Design & Engineering Study

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals for design and engineering services from qualified firms for professional services to design and prepare construction documents for the redesign of the public realm and roadway network in Watertown Square.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-73
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: Watertown Square Design & Engineering Study
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Pending
Open Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Open Time: 8:30 a.m.
Close Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025
Close Time: 10:00 a.m.
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials Please select "Watertown Square Design & Engineering Study, number 2025-73" in the Select Bid/Proposal slide down.

Tree removal, stump grinding and tree pruning

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to perform tree removal, stump grinding, and tree pruning services throughout the City.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-72
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Tree removal, stump grinding and tree pruning
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Pending
Open Date: 04/08/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 05/01/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials. Please select "Tree removal, stump grinding and tree pruning" in the Select Bid/Proposal slide down.

Watertown Square Urban Revitalization Plan

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified consultants for the development of a Watertown Square Urban Revitalization Plan.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-68
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: Watertown Square Revitalization Plan
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Pending
Open Date: 04/01/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 04/24/2025
Close Time: 10:30 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

On-Call Maintenance/Repair Services

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to provide On-Call Maintenance/Repair Services for overhead door and cafeteria security grates, both on an as-needed basis and an emergency basis.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-69
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Overhead Doors Maintenance and Repair
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Pending
Open Date: 04/01/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 04/24/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Affordable Housing Incentives Study

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to produce a study of incentives that are designed to promote affordable rental and ownership of residential units. Qualified individuals/firms 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 the Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-062
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: Affordable Housing Incentives Study
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Pending
Open Date: 03/11/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 04/03/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Fire Department Overhead Doors

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors for the removal and replacement of a total of eight (8) overhead garage doors at the Watertown Fire Headquarters, 99 Main Street, and at Engine Station 3, 270 Orchard Street.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-052
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Fire Department Overhead Doors
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Pending
Open Date: 03/04/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 03/27/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Landscaping Parks & Grounds Reissue

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to perform landscaping services at specific locations throughout the City. The City of Watertown is seeking to award a one-year contract with two (2) additional one-year renewals, solely at the discretion of the City. The City will provide written confirmation of renewal at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the contract period. 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 this Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-29R
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Landscaping Parks & Grounds Reissue
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 01/21/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 02/13/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Beacon Village Series – Village Luminaires

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from qualified companies for the purchase of Beacon Village Series – Village Luminaires.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-45
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Purchase of Beacon Village Series - Village Luminaries
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 01/07/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/30/2025
Close Time: 10:15 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown MA
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Vegetation Management Program for Specialty Gardens & Bioretention Basins

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors for landscape management and invasive plant control services at the Specialty Gardens and Bioretention Basins in the City.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-31
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Vegetation Management Program for Specialty Gardens & Bioretention Basins
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 01/07/2025
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown MA
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Retro-Commissioning/Existing Building Commissioning Service

The City of Watertown (MA) is seeking proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide on-call Retro-Commissioning (RCx) / Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) Services to assist the Public Buildings Department in supporting renovation/construction projects at various School and Municipal buildings. Systems to be retro-commissioned are HVAC equipment, building controls, lighting control systems, and building enclosure items such as doors, windows, masonry, and roofing systems. The goal is to reduce annual energy use, emissions, and operating costs, while improving building performance and occupant safety and comfort. Qualified individuals/firms 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 the Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-42
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: Retro-Commissioning/Existing Building Commissioning Service
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/17/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 10:30 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Drain Structure Cleaning (reissue)

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform cleaning of approximately 3,640 drainage structures, twice annually, that are owned by the City of Watertown, and are located on streets, and within municipal and school parking lots. The City of Watertown is seeking to award a one-year contract with two (2) additional one-year renewals, solely at the discretion of the City. The City will provide written confirmation of renewal at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the contract period. 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 the Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-09
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Drain Structure Cleaning (reissue)
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/16/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Municipal Job Descriptions (reissue)

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to review and draft job descriptions for approximately 200 municipal employees. Qualified individuals/firms 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 the Request for Proposals (RFP). Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-36

Type: RFP
Bid/Proposal Name: Municipal Job Descriptions (reissue)
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/16/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 10:45 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

On Call MEP Engineering Services

The City of Watertown (MA) is seeking proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide oncall Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Services to assist the Public Buildings Department in supporting renovation/construction projects at various School and Municipal buildings. Qualified individuals/firms 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 the Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-40
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: On Call MEP Engineering Services
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/17/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 10:15 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Generator Replacement Fire Station Headquarters (Rebid)

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to furnish and install a generator at Fire Headquarters, 99 Main Street, Watertown MA. 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 this Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-35
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: GENERATOR REPLACEMENT FIRE STATION HEADQUARTERS (REBID)
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/10/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/09/2025
Close Time: 11:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Social Service Resources

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from qualified service providers to deliver social services resources to Watertown residents. The social services resource program provides Watertown residents, primarily ages 18-59, and their families, a central access point to connect to social service resources including assessment of residents’ needs, (fuel assistance, food, housing), and counseling information and referral. The City of Watertown is seeking to award a one-year contract with two (2) additional one-year renewals, solely at the discretion of the City. The City will provide written confirmation of renewal at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the contract period. Qualified service providers 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 this Invitation for Bids (IFB).

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-43
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Social Service Resources
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Open
Open Date: 12/17/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 01/16/2025
Close Time: 11:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Bottleneck Traffic Signal Improvements

The work to be done under this contract consists of furnishing all necessary labor, tools, materials, and equipment to make traffic signal control upgrades at two locations and including local communication, and network upgrades supporting adaptive signal control to tie into the City of Watertown’s existing adaptive traffic control system. Work also includes installation of ADA/AAB conforming pedestrian curb ramps, minor cement concrete sidewalk repairs, driveway aprons, minor signing, pavement markings, and related work.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-12
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Bottleneck Traffic Signal Improvements
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone:
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/19/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/12/2024
Close Time: 11:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

Link to Request Bid Materials

Watertown Middle School Architect/Design Services

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms for Architect/Design Services for the Watertown Middle School. Architect/Design services will initially include a feasibility study phase and a conceptual design phase. The selected architect may also be retained to perform the remaining design tasks including schematic design documents, design development documents, preliminary estimates of construction costs, and prepare/issue construction specifications and drawings for bid.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-37
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: WMS Architect Design
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/12/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/05/2024
Close Time: 12:00 PM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, Purchasing Office, 149 Main St., Watertown MA
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Drainage Structure Cleaning

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform cleaning of approximately 3,640 drainage structures, twice annually, that are owned by the City of Watertown, and are located on streets, and within municipal and school parking lots.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-09
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Drainage Structure Cleaning
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/12/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/05/2024
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: WATERTOWN CITY HALL, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Cemetery Maintenance 2025

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to perform maintenance of cemetery grounds at three (3) separate locations that include over 30 acres of property

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-30
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Cemetery Maintenance
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/12/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/12/2024
Close Time: 11:15 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Turf Maintenance 2025

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors to perform turf care maintenance for various municipal properties.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-028
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Turf Maintenance
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/12/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/05/2024
Close Time: 11:00AM
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown MA Lower Hearing Room
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Study for Improving City-Supported Mobility

The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms for a Study for Improving City-Supported Mobility.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-33
Type: RFQ
Bid/Proposal Name: City Supported Mobility Study
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414 x12181
Status: Open
Open Date: 10/28/2024
Open Time: 12:00 PM
Close Date: 11/21/2024
Close Time: 10:00 AM
Close/Public Reading Location: City Hall, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA 02472 City Council Chambers
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Snow Plowing, Salting and Sanding

The City of Watertown is seeking contractors interested in Snow Plowing, Salting and Sanding. Contractors may now request application packages at the office of the Assistant Procurement Director, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, 02472 or at purchasing@watertown-ma.gov.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-24
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: FY25 Snow Removal
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: pmcgoldrick@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 10/10/2024
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No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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Vegetation Management Program

The City of Watertown (MA) is soliciting bids from experienced contractors for landscape management and invasive plant control services at the Specialty Gardens and Bioretention Basins in the City. The Contractor will also undertake inspections, prepare written reports, remove debris and litter, and provide supplemental seeding and/or planting as required.

Bid/Proposal Number: 2025-31
Type: Invitation to Bid
Bid/Proposal Name: Vegetation Management Program
Contact Name: Pam McGoldrick
Contact Email: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov
Contact Phone: 617-972-6414
Status: Open
Open Date: 11/19/2024
Open Time: 8:30 AM
Close Date: 12/12/2024
Close Time: 10:00am
Close/Public Reading Location: Watertown City Hall, Purchasing Office, 149 Main St., Watertown MA
No Pre-Bid Meeting
No Sub Bids

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