# Massport #IFB 27-16

PoolPak Maintenance and Repair Services for Ginny Smithers Pool, John F. Kennedy School, Somerville, MA

**Posted:** September 23, 2026
**Respond By:** October 07, 2026
**Identifier:** IFB 27-16
**NAICS:** 811310, 238220, 238290

This opportunity is for maintenance and repair services of PoolPak dehumidification systems at the Ginny Smithers Pool, John F. Kennedy School, Somerville, MA.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Somerville, Department of Public Works
  - Contact: Matthew Bennett
- OEM Highlight:
  - PoolPak is the specified equipment manufacturer for all maintenance and repairs
- Vendors & Requirements:
  - Vendors must be factory-authorized PoolPak technicians
  - Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required
  - Compliance with Massachusetts prevailing wage and OSHA training
- Products & Services Requested:
  - Six routine maintenance visits per year for PoolPak dehumidification equipment
  - On-call repair services during normal working hours (written quotes required for work over $9,999)
  - 24-hour emergency repair services (technician arrival within one hour)
  - Estimated annual parts/materials budget: $20,000
- Notable Requirements:
  - State prevailing wage applies
  - Payment bond equal to 50% of contract value
  - Factory authorization and experience are mandatory
- Contract Value & Term:
  - Estimated at $45,000 per year
  - Initial term with two optional renewal years at the City's discretion

### Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for maintenance and repairs of PoolPak systems at the Ginny Smithers Pool located at John F. Kennedy School, 5 Cherry Street, Somerville, MA. The estimated contract value is $45,000 per year. The contract commencement date is November 1, 2026, with completion by October 30, 2027, and includes two optional renewal years at the city's discretion. Bidders must submit a sealed bid package including all required forms and a 5% bid deposit. The bid deadline is October 7, 2026, at 3 PM EST.

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