City of New Bedford

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: New Bedford, MA
Country:: US

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IFB# 27192037 Quest Center Gymnasium Interior Renovation Project - General Contractor
Open
Jul 30, 2026
Closes
Aug 31, 2026
The City of New Bedford is soliciting sealed bids for the Quest Center Gymnasium Interior Renovation Project at 1213 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA 02740. The solicitation requires a DCAMM Prime General Contractor certified in HVAC and a DCAMM filed Sub-Bidder certified in Electrical and Painting. COMMBUYS lists the solicitation as OPEN, with an issue date of 07/30/2026 12:00:00 PM and a bid opening date of 08/31/2026 02:00:00 PM.
27192037-SUB - Quest Center 3rd Floor Partial Gym Renovation - Subcontractor RFP
Open
Jul 28, 2026
Closes
Aug 19, 2026
BidNet Direct lists solicitation 27192037-SUB for subcontractor work on the Quest Center 3rd Floor Partial Gym Renovation for the City of New Bedford. The project is a partial third-floor gym renovation at the Quest Center located at 1213 Purchase Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and the posting is a competitive government bid rather than a grant program. The detail page reports publication on 07/28/2026 and a closing deadline of 08/19/2026 at 02:00 PM EDT; no primary PDF, DOC, or PPT attachment was exposed.
Online Auction Services (Request for Quotes)
Open
Jul 30, 2026
Closes
Aug 19, 2026
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Census ID
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166441
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
3,107
Population
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101,834
Procurement Hell Score
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81 / 100
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Procurement Hell Score
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81 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: Don’t pursue; given the City’s $5,000 competitive bidding threshold, prepare for a formal BidNet solicitation if unavoidable.
- Coops: Frequently procures through MA OSD statewide contracts via COMMBUYS and Sourcewell; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- City of New Bedford, MA: Sole source flexibility appears very limited and there’s no evidence of prior non-competitive awards. Deprioritize this path; a sole source justification is highly unlikely to succeed. Instead, plan for either activating a cooperative contract or running a formal competitive bid via the City’s BidNet portal. Note: The City’s low $5,000 competitive bidding threshold drives most purchases into formal competition.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- No evidence of active cooperative use today; Sourcewell membership exists but is dormant. Reach out to your Starbridge contact to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of New Bedford

Srta Groundbreaking
Date: Jul 30, 2012Type: Meeting mention
The event marked a major milestone for the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA) new bus terminal project. Initial plans involved demolishing the existing building, but a revised approach, strongly supported by leadership, repurposed the basement area for parking, which was deemed crucial due to limited space. The project, initiated years prior, including efforts by the late LS D Patine, culminated in a groundbreaking ceremony. Speakers highlighted the project's significance for economic development by improving access to employment and enhancing the quality of life, particularly for seniors relying on public transit. The new terminal is planned to be an 8,000 square foot, state-of-the-art smart building, featuring approximately 18,000 square feet of parking underneath, and will include a community center and a coffee shop. The project involves significant investment, with the federal government contributing over $4.8 million, partly utilizing federal Recovery Act funds.
South Coast Chamber State Of The City Address
Date: Mar 8, 2018Type: Meeting mention
The event, titled the 2018 State of the City address, featured remarks from the South Coast Chamber President and CEO, Rick Peter, who welcomed attendees and recognized sponsors, particularly Webster Bank. Key discussion points of the address, delivered by Mayor John Mitchell, included significant progress made in New Bedford since 2012. Specific achievements highlighted were the reduction of the unemployment rate by half, the nearing completion of a second downtown hotel, the staging of offshore wind energy projects at the harbor, the opening of two new elementary schools, millions saved through a comprehensive energy plan, the achievement of the highest Wall Street bond ratings in modern history, and improvements in public infrastructure such as the Cove walk and Riverwalk projects. The Mayor also noted double-digit drops in the crime rate, significant growth in the commercial fishing industry, and the development of downtown as a cultural and economic center.
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Date: Sep 5, 2013Type: Meeting mention
The document pertains to the dedication ceremony for the Alma del Mar Playground. Key discussions involved acknowledging the financial support provided by the Smith Family Foundation, specifically noting Selena Miranda, Senior Program Officer, as a representative. Speakers highlighted the importance of the foundation's commitment to educational excellence and charter schools. A significant portion of the event recognized the scholars' efforts in advocating for the playground, including a site visit where their convincing arguments led to approval. Community collaboration, including partnership with the City of New Bedford and Mayor Mitchell, was emphasized for enabling the school space and the playground construction. Speakers also thanked the volunteers who worked hard on the build, often in challenging weather conditions. The playground is intended for use by both Alma del Mar scholars and the broader community. Later segments recognized the leadership of Will Gardner, Councillor Steve Martins, and Operations Director Meredith Siegel for coordinating the project and build efforts.

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Key Contacts

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Stephanie MacomberAssistant City Clerk

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Jonathan NunesAssistant Director of Information Technology

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Geraldine CalhetaAssistant Director of Purchasing

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Jasmine GomesAssistant Procurement Officer

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