The Massachusetts Water Resources Authority is seeking bids for the following:
BID NO. DESCRIPTION DATE TIME
WRA-4988 Rooftop Air Handling Unit 06/28/21 2:00 p.m.
To access and bid on Event(s) please go to the MWRA Supplier Portal at www.mwra.com.
MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Electronic General Bids for MPA Contract No. M249-C1, CRANE PAINTING PROGRAM, CONLEY TERMINAL, SOUTH BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, will be received through the internet using Bid Express until the date and time stated below, and will be posted on www.bidexpress.com immediately after the bid submission deadline.
Electronic bids will be received by the Massachusetts Port Authority until 11:00 A.M. local time on July 7th, 2021 immediately after which the electronic bids will be opened and read publicly in a designated room at the Capital Programs Department Office, Suite209S, Logan Office Center, One Harborside Drive, East Boston, Massachusetts 02128-2909.
No paper copies of bids will be accepted.
NOTE: A PRE-BID CONFERENCE WILL BE HELD WILL BE HELD, OUTDOORS AT CONLEY TERMINAL, 700 SUMMER ST., BOSTON, MA, ON TUESDAY, JUNE 22ND, 2021, AT 10:00 AM LOCAL TIME. ALL ATTENDEES MUST BRING A VALID DRIVER’S LICENSE, US PASSPORT, OR TWIC TO OBTAIN ENTRY TO CONLEY TERMINAL. PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 1/2 HOUR EARLY TO OBTAIN SECURITY CLEARANCE PRIOR TO ENTRY. PLEASE MEET IN LARGE PARKING AREA AT NORTH SIDE OF SECURITY BUILDING
The work includes IMPROVEMENTS TO THE EXISTING CONTAINER CRANES AT CONLEY TERMINAL. WORK TASKS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: INSTALLING, MAINTAINING AND REMOVING CONTAINMENT SYSTEMS; REMOVING EXISTING COATINGS; DISPOSING WASTE GENERATED DURING EXISTING COATING REMOVAL; SURFACE PREPARATION FOR NEW COATINGS, FURNISHING AND INSTALLING NEW COATINGS (PRIMER, INTERMEDIATE COAT, FINISH COAT); TESTING EXISTING WELDS (MAGNETIC PARTICLE TESTING AND ULTRASONIC TESTING); DETERMINING EXISTING STEEL AND WELD METAL TYPES; REPAIRING DETERIORATED WELDS; FURNISHING, FABRICATING AND INSTALLING REPAIRS TO STRUCTURAL STEEL; AND DISPOSAL OF ALL SURPLUS MATERIALS.
Bid documents will be made available beginning June 16th, 2021
Bid documents for this project may be accessed or downloaded at no cost to potential bidders exclusively through www.bidexpress.com/businesses/27137/home in the listing for this Project.
The estimated contract cost is TWO MILLION, TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY SEVEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($2,287,500.00) for base bid, NINE HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARDS ($947,500.00) for Add Alternate No. 1, NINE HUNDRED FORTY SEVEN THOUSAND, FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARDS ($947,500.00) for Add Alternate No. 2, ONE HUNDRED THIRTY FIVE THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE DOLLARS ($135,625.00) for Add Alternate No. 3, and NINETY FIVE THOUSAND, EIGHT HUNDERD FORTY DOLLAS ($95,840.00) for Add Alternate No. 4
A proposal guaranty shall be submitted with each General Bid consisting of a bid deposit for five (5) percent of the value of the bid; when sub-bids are required, each must be accompanied by a deposit equal to five (5) percent of the sub-bid amount in the form of a bid bond in the name of which the Contract for the work is to be executed. The bid deposit shall be (a) in a form satisfactory to the Authority, (b) with a surety company qualified to do business in the Commonwealth and satisfactory to the Authority, and (c) conditioned upon the faithful performance by the principal of the agreements contained in the bid.
Bidders must submit a Buy American Certificate with all bids. Bids that are not accompanied by a completed Buy American Certificate must be rejected as nonresponsive.
The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a performance bond and a labor and materials payment bond, each in an amount equal to 100% of the Contract price. The surety shall be a surety company or securities satisfactory to the Authority. Attention is called to the minimum rate of wages to be paid on the work as determined under the provisions of Chapter 149, Massachusetts General Laws, Section 26 to 27G, inclusive, as amended. The Contractor will be required to pay minimum wages in accordance with the schedules listed in Division II, Special Provisions of the Specifications, which wage rates have been predetermined by the U. S. Secretary of Labor and / or the Commissioner of Labor and Industries of Massachusetts, whichever is greater.
The successful Bidder will be required to purchase and maintain Bodily Injury Liability Insurance and Property Damage Liability Insurance for a combined single limit of $1,000,000.00. Said policy shall be on an occurrence basis and the Authority shall be included as an Additional Insured. See the insurance sections of Division I, General Requirements and Division II, Special Provisions for complete details.
This contract is subject to a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise participation provision requiring that not less than 3.5% of the Contract be performed by disadvantaged business enterprise contractors. With respect to this provision, bidders are urged to familiarize themselves thoroughly with the Bidding Documents. Strict compliance with the pertinent procedures will be required for a bidder to be deemed responsive and eligible.
This Contract is also subject to Affirmative Action requirements of the Massachusetts Port Authority contained in Article 84 of the General Requirements and Covenants, and to the Secretary of Labor’s Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal Opportunity and the Standard Federal Equal Opportunity Construction Contract Specifications (Executive Order 11246).
The General Contractor is required to submit a Certification of Non- Segregated Facilities prior to award of the Contract, and to notify prospective subcontractors of the requirement for such certification where the subcontract exceeds $10,000.
A Contractor having fifty (50) or more employees and his subcontractors having fifty (50) or more employees who may be awarded a subcontract of $50,000 or more will, within one hundred twenty (120) days from the contract commencement, be required to develop a written affirmative action compliance program for each of its establishments.
Compliance Reports - Within thirty (30) days of the award of this Contract the Contractor shall file a compliance report (Standard Form [SF 100]) if:
(a) The Contractor has not submitted a complete compliance report within twelve (12) months preceding the date of award, and
(b) The Contractor is within the definition of “employer” in Paragraph 2c(3) of the instructions included in SF100.
The contractor shall require the subcontractor on any first tier subcontracts, irrespective of the dollar amount, to file SF 100 within thirty (30) days after the award of the subcontracts, if the above two conditions apply. SF 100 will be furnished upon request. SF 100 is normally furnished Contractors annually, based on a mailing list currently maintained by the Joint Reporting Committee. In the event a contractor has not received the form, he may obtain it by writing to the following address:
Joint Reporting Committee 1800 G Street Washington, DC 20506
Complete information and authorization to view the site may be obtained from the Capital Programs Department Office at the Massachusetts Port Authority. The right is reserved to waive any informality in or reject any or all proposals.
MASSACHUSETTS PORT AUTHORITY LISA S. WIELAND CEO & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Boston Area Agency on Aging/Age Strong Commission
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Titles III-C ONE YEAR FUNDING PERIOD, WITH OPTION TO EXTEND TO 2ND AND 3RD YEARS OCTOBER 1, 2021 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 Titles III-E ONE YEAR FUNDING PERIOD, WITH OPTION TO EXTEND TO 2ND AND 3RD YEARS OCTOBER 1, 2021 TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
OLDER AMERICANS ACT FUNDING
Contact information Alison Freeman [email protected] Phone number: 617-635-0027
The City of Boston Age Strong Commission/Area Agency on Aging Region VI invites all interested agencies serving Boston’s older adults to submit proposals for:
Title III-C Nutrition, Bid event EV00009244 Title III-E Family Caregiver Support Services, Bid event EV00009245
The purpose of the funding is to support a comprehensive health and social service system for Boston’s older adults by ensuring good service, effective programming, and quality care.
The Request for Proposal (RFP) will be made available at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 on the City’s purchasing website and Supplier Portal, www.boston.gov/procurement, and will be available until the proposal deadline. An optional Virtual Bidder’s Conference for Title III C and III E will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 on the Virtual Meeting Platform, Zoom, which can be accessed through this link: https://zoom. us/j/96974549555?pwd=cmZHSlBobWVNSVVnejdrSENqTC9PUT09 or by phone using the following information: +1-312-626-6799 Meeting ID: 969 7454 9555 Passcode: 357777. All interested parties may attend the Virtual Bidders’ Conference. Note that the Bidders’ Conference and application materials will be available in English. Completed proposals must be submitted via the Supplier Portal or to the Area Agency on Aging no later than 12:00 PM, Tuesday, July 20, 2021. All agencies will be notified of funding decisions by Tuesday, August 3, 2021 for start-up on Friday, October 1, 2021.
The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or any part or parts thereof, and to issue a contract as the Official deems to be in the best interests of the City. This contract/award shall be subject to the availability of an appropriation therefore. If sufficient funds are not appropriated for the contract/award in any fiscal year, the Official may cancel the contract. The issuing of this contract/award shall be subject to the approval of the Mayor of Boston.
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department
SUFFOLK Division
Docket No. SU19D2528DR
Divorce Summons by Publication and Mailing
Marcial Ortiz vs. Iris Janet Ayala
To the Defendant:
The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown.
The Complaint is on file at the Court.
An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411.
You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Marcial Ortiz, 45 Birchwood Rd Ap.221, Randolph, MA 02368 your answer, if any, on or before 09/02/2021. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court.
Witness, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 9, 2021
Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300
SUFFOLK Division
Docket No. SU21A0094AD
CITATION G.L. c. 210, § 6
In the matter of: Ansu Abraham Fofana, II
To any unnamed or unknown parent and persons interested in a petition for the adoption of said child and to the Department of Children and Families of said Commonwealth.
A petition has been presented to said court by Teta Fofana of Boston, MA requesting for leave to adopt said child and that the name of the child be changed to
If you object to this adoption you are entitled to the appointment of an attorney if you are an indigent person.
An indigent person is defined by SJC Rule 3:10. The definition includes but is not limited to persons receiving TAFDC, EACDC, poverty related veteran’s benefits, Medicaid, and SSI. The Court will determine if you are indigent. Contact an Assistant Judicial Case Manager or Adoption Clerk of the Court on or before the date listed below to obtain the necessary forms.
IF YOU DESIRE TO OBJECT THERETO, YOU OR YOUR ATTORNEY MUST FILE A WRITTEN APPEARANCE IN SAID COURT AT BOSTON ON OR BEFORE TEN O’CLOCK IN THE MORNING (10:00 AM) ON 08/26/2021.
WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 27, 2021 Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department
SUFFOLK Division
DOCKET NO. SU21P0928PM
CITATION GIVING NOTICE OF PETITION FOR APPOINTMENT OF CONSERVATOR OR OTHER PROTECTIVE ORDER PURSUANT TO G.L c. 190B, §5-304 & §5-405
In the matter of: Mary F. Ward Of: Roxbury, MA Respondent (Person to be Protected/Minor)
To the named Respondent and all other interested persons, a petition has been filed by Terrance Ward, Sr. of Randolph, MA in the above captioned matter alleging that Mary F. Ward is in need of a Conservator or other protective order and requesting that (or some other suitable person) be appointed as Conservator to serve Without Surety on the bond.
The petition asks the court to determine that the Respondent is disabled, that a protective order or appointment of a Conservator is necessary, and that the proposed conservator is appropriate. The petition is on file with this court.
You have the right to object to this proceeding. If you wish to do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance at this court on or before 10:00 A.M. on the return date of 07/01/2021. This day is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline date by which you have to file the written appearance if you object to the petition. If you fail to file the written appearance by the return date, action may be taken in this matter without further notice to you. In addition to filing the written appearance, you or your attorney must file a written affidavit stating the specific facts and grounds of your objection within 30 days after the return date.
IMPORTANT NOTICE The outcome of this proceeding may limit or completely take away the above-named person’s right to make decisions about personal affairs or financial affairs or both. The above-named person has the right to ask for a lawyer. Anyone may make this request on behalf of the above-named person. If the above-named person cannot afford a lawyer, one may be appointed at State expense.
Witness, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 25, 2021
Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department
SUFFOLK Division
Docket No. SU21D0021DR
Divorce Summons by Publication and Mailing
Sophia Bunise (Bunsie) Marks vs. Timothy Marks
To the Defendant:
The Plaintiff has filed a Complaint for Divorce requesting that the Court grant a divorce for Irretrievable Breakdown.
The Complaint is on file at the Court.
An Automatic Restraining Order has been entered in this matter preventing you from taking any action which would negatively impact the current financial status of either party. SEE Supplemental Probate Court Rule 411.
You are hereby summoned and required to serve upon: Sophia Bunise (Bunsie) Marks, 265 Itasca St, Mattapan, MA 02126 your answer, if any, on or before 07/08/2021. If you fail to do so, the court will proceed to the hearing and adjudication of this action. You are also required to file a copy of your answer, if any, in the office of the Register of this Court.
Witness, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 14, 2021
Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate
Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Probate and Family Court Department
SUFFOLK Division
Docket No. SU18P0831EA
Citation on Petition for Formal Appointment of Successor Personal Representative
Estate of: Charlotte J. Wheeler Date of Death: 04/30/2017
To all interested persons:
A petition has been filed by Lester W. Wheeler of Chesapeake, VA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order that Lester W. Wheeler of Chesapeake, VA be appointed as Successor Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond and for such other relief as requested in the Petition.
You have the right to obtain a copy of the Petition from the Petitioner or at the Court. You have a right to object to this proceeding. To do so, you or your attorney must file a written appearance and objection at this Court before 10:00 a.m. on 07/07/2021. This is NOT a hearing date, but a deadline by which you must file a written appearance and objection if you object to this proceeding. If you fail to file a timely written appearance and objection followed by an Affidavit of Objections within thirty (30) days of the return date, action may be taken without further notice to you.
The estate is being administered under formal procedure by the Personal Representative under the Massachusetts Uniform Probate Code without supervision by the Court. Inventory and accounts are not required to be filed with the Court, but recipients are entitled to notice regarding the administration from the Personal Representative and can petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including distribution of assets and expenses of administration.
WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: June 07, 2021 Felix D. Arroyo Register of Probate
