Opportunity
Arlington Town Granicus #26-05
Replacement of Clutch-Operated Window Shades at Robbins Library, Arlington, MA
Posted
May 06, 2026
Respond By
May 20, 2026
Identifier
26-05
NAICS
238290
This opportunity involves the replacement of window shades at Robbins Library in Arlington, MA. - Government Buyer: - Town of Arlington, MA (Town Manager's Purchasing Department) - Products/Services Requested: - Approximately 109 bottom-up, clutch-operated light filtering window shades - 3% light openness - Fascia covers included - Color and finish to be selected by owner from manufacturer's standard options - Removal and proper disposal of existing window shades - Installation of new shades, including all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision - Requirements: - All materials must comply with National Fire Protection Association 701, MA H4900, and all applicable state and local codes - Contractors must schedule a walkthrough to verify site conditions and measurements before quoting - Payment bond (50% of contract price) required if contract exceeds $25,000 - Prevailing wage rates apply - Warranty of at least 1 year on materials and workmanship - Award to lowest responsible price - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice
Description
The Town of Arlington is seeking written price quotations from qualified contractors to furnish and install clutch operated light filtering window shades at Robbins Library, located at 700 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA. The project includes approximately 109 bottom-up, clutch-operated window shades across multiple levels of the 50,000 square foot building. Work includes removal and proper disposal of existing shades, installation of new shades with 3% light openness and fascia covers, and compliance with applicable fire and labor codes. Contractors must schedule a building walkthrough prior to submitting quotations and provide a payment bond if the contract exceeds $25,000. The contract will be awarded to the responsible contractor offering the lowest price.