Opportunity

Massport #P26-3663-C1A

Reconstruction of New Bedford State Pier North Wharf – Marine Construction and Site Improvements

Posted

June 29, 2026

Respond By

August 20, 2026

Identifier

P26-3663-C1A

NAICS

237990

This opportunity involves the comprehensive reconstruction of the North Wharf at New Bedford State Pier, Massachusetts, managed by the Commonwealth's Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR). - Government Buyer: - Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs, Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) - Project Scope: - Selective demolition of existing wharf structures, ramps, utilities, floats, fencing, and gates - Over-sheeting and construction of new steel sheet pile bulkheads (including king pile and West Basin bulkheads) - Installation of new pile-supported structures with reinforced concrete pile caps, structural toppings, and precast planks - Float system improvements, including new gravity sanitary sewer line, power pedestals, and lighting - Grounds improvements such as sinkhole repair, new vehicle ramp retaining wall, access ramp, bituminous pavement, and upper lot striping - Installation of a new gangway to MEP floats - Fence and gating improvements, including new and repurposed fencing and gates - Repair of select Ro-Ro access structure piles and concrete replacement in select areas - Timber fender system and timber fender piles - Miscellaneous metal fabrications (ladders, scuppers, mooring cleats, bollards) - Electrical work (lighting, power pedestals, panelboards, feeders, grounding) - Building condition survey and vibration monitoring - Mobilization/demobilization and environmental controls - Notable Requirements: - Estimated contract value: approximately $31.6 million - Completion required within 395 calendar days from notice to proceed - Supplier diversity and workforce utilization goals: 6% MBE, 10% WBE, 3% VOBE, with local minority and women workforce goals of 15.3% and 6.9% - Bidders must be pre-qualified by MassDOT Highway Division in Marine Construction - Liquidated damages of $1,200 per day for late completion - No specific OEMs or proprietary vendors are named; major materials include steel sheet piles, timber piles, reinforced concrete, and electrical components.

Description

This project involves the reconstruction of the North Wharf at the New Bedford State Pier in Massachusetts. The scope includes selective demolition, over-sheeting of the pier bulkhead, construction of new pile-supported structures, improvements to the float system such as gravity sewer line, power pedestals, and lighting, grounds improvements including sinkhole repair and ramp construction, installation of a new gangway to the MEP floats, fence and gating improvements, repair of select Ro-Ro access structure piles, and concrete replacement in select areas of the North Wharf. The estimated project cost is approximately $31.6 million, with a completion timeline of 395 calendar days from the notice to proceed. Liquidated damages of $1,200 per day apply for delays.

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