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Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300

Docket No. SU25P1117GD

NOTICE AND ORDER: Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor

In the interests of Ruixian Liu of Boston, MA Minor

NOTICE TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES

1. Hearing Date/Time: A hearing on a Petition for Appointment of Guardian of a Minor filed on 05/20/2025 by Jack Day of Boston, MA will be held 07/08/2025 10:00 AM Guardianship of Minor Hearing Located 24 New Chardon St., 3rd Floor, Probation, Boston, MA 02114.

2. Response to Petition: You may respond by filing a written response to the Petition or by appearing in person at the hearing. If you choose to file a written response, you need to:

File the original with the Court; and Mail a copy to all interested parties at least five (5) business days before the hearing.

3. Counsel for the Minor: The minor (or an adult on behalf of the minor) has the right to request that counsel be appointed for the minor.

4. Counsel for Parents: If you are a parent of the minor child who is the subject of this proceeding you have a right to be represented by an attorney. If you want an attorney and cannot afford to pay for one and if you give proof that you are indigent, an attorney will be assigned to you. Your request for an attorney should be made immediately by filling out the Application of Appointment of Counsel form. Submit the application form in person or by mail at the court location where your case if going to be heard.

5. Presence of the Minor at Hearing: A minor over age 14 has the right to be present at any hearing, unless the Court finds that it is not in the minor’s best interests.

THIS IS A LEGAL NOTICE: An important court proceeding that may affect your rights has been scheduled. If you do not understand this notice or other court papers, please contact an attorney for legal advice.

Date: May 21, 2025

Stephanie L. Everett, Esq.

Register of Probate

Commonwealth of Massachusetts The Trial Court Suffolk Probate and Family Court 24 New Chardon Street, Boston, MA 02114 (617) 788-8300

Docket No. SU21P2632EA

CITATION ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION

Estate of: Margaret H. Higginbottom Also known as: Margaret Hagan, Margaret Higginbottom Date of Death: 10/20/2021

To all interested persons:

A Petition for S/A - Formal Appointment of Personal Representative has been filed by Felicia E Higginbottom of Hyde Park, MA requesting that the Court enter a formal Decree and Order and for such other relief as requested in the Petition. The Petitioner requests that Felicia E Higginbottom of Hyde Park, MA be appointed as Personal Representative(s) of said estate to serve Without Surety on the bond in unsupervised administration.

IMPORTANT NOTICE 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 the return day of 06/24/2025. 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 day, action may be taken without further notice to you.

UNSUPERVISED ADMINISTRATION UNDER THE MASSACHUSETTS UNIFORM PROBATE CODE (MUPC) A Personal Representative appointed under the MUPC in an unsupervised administration is not required to file an inventory or annual accounts with the Court. Persons interested in the estate are entitled to notice regarding the administration directly from the Personal Representative and may petition the Court in any matter relating to the estate, including the distribution of assets and expenses of administration.

WITNESS, Hon. Brian J. Dunn, First Justice of this Court. Date: May 13, 2025

Stephanie L. Everett, Esq.

Register of Probate

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF GOODS TO SATISFY LIEN AUCTION

In accordance with the provisions of the Massachusetts General Law Section 7-210. notice is hereby given that on 6/11/25 at the hour of 7:30 AM on said date, at https://www.storagetreasures.com, the undersigned will sell at public auction, in lawful money of the United States, the articles described hereinafter described, belonging to, or deposited with the undersigned by the persons hereinafter named at Clutter, INC. Said goods are being held on the accounts of: Karin Buck, Cifi Sajan, Sevens Ale House Inc, Catherine, Susmita Amy Krentzin, Anil Kirkyildiz, Randy Farrell-Forstein, Bogdan Chiran, Regina Ballantine, Kristen Liptscher, Nicholas Rinehimer, Law Office of Christopher A Shannon, George Sibble. All other goods are described as household goods, furniture, antiques, appliances, tools, misc. goods, office furniture, and articles of art, equipment, rugs, sealed cartons and the unknown. The auction will be held for the purpose of satisfying the lien of the undersigned on said personal property to the extent of the sum owed, together with the cost of the sale. For information contact Clutter, INC. Terms: Terms: All bids must be made online at https://www.storagetreasures.com between 6/11/25-6/18/25. Bids must be made in $10 increments. All purchased items are accepted on an as-is basis. The defaulted tenant has the legal right to cure the account thus canceling the auction up until the payment is received from the winning bidder unless otherwise stated in the state’s lien laws or by the storage facility. If the winning bidder has not submitted payment within 24 hours of the auction close time, the unit can be offered to alternate bidders. Bidders are liable for their winning bids and associated premiums, taxes, and fees regardless of whether they claim the property in the auction unit(s). Payment must be made online using a valid credit or debit card. Dated: 4/26/25 at Franklin, MA By: Clutter, INC, Tel. No. (800) 805-4023.

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS MASSACHUSETTS EXECUTIVE OFFICE FOR ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE DIVISION OF CAPITAL ASSET MANAGEMENT AND MAINTENANCE

Electronic Bids submitted in the format furnished by the Division of Capital Asset Management & Maintenance (DCAMM) and clearly identified as a bid will be received through DCAMM’s E-Bid Room at www.bidexpress.com/businesses/10279/home no later than the date and time specified and will forthwith be publicly opened remotely by DCAMM Bid Room personnel and read aloud over a conference call line. Persons interested in accessing the remote bid opening can do so by using the following phone number: Audio Conferencing Dial-In Number (617)-315-0704, Meeting Number 2333 916 4237#. If prompted for attendee ID, please press #.

Mass. State Project No. JOCAD-3 Job Order Contract for General Contractor Services – Eastern MA Region

General Bids at 2:00 PM: June 27, 2025

Every General Bidder must be certified by DCAMM for the category of work listed below and for no less than the bid price plus all add alternates of this project, if applicable.

This notice is for four contracts bid in accordance with Chapter 9, Section 49 of the Acts of 2011, as amended by Chapter 119, Sections 23 and 24 of the Acts of 2015, by Chapter 113, Sections 22 through 24 of the Acts of 2018 and by Section 63 of Chapter 42 of the Acts of 2022 (collectively, the “Act”).

Category of Work: General Building Construction

Job order projects under this Contract may include alteration, conversion, maintenance and/or repair (as defined in the Contract Documents) of state buildings and facilities located in the following counties: Barnstable County, Bristol County, Dukes County, Essex County, Middlesex County, Nantucket County, Norfolk County, Plymouth County, Suffolk County. All municipalities within each county are included.

Each Job Order project will have an estimated cost of construction of not more than $150,000. Total of all Job Orders performed by a Contractor under an awarded Contract may not exceed $2,000,000 subject to terms of the Contract Documents. Job Orders will be priced based on Bidders’ Contractor’s Coefficient(s) multiplied by applicable Unit Prices in the Contract Documents.

Contract term is two years.

A Pre-Bid/Site Visit will be held for both JOCAD-3 and JOCAD-4 online on June 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85763092332?pwd=enNMWnZTN3c5U1FsRzladVNvQUZ6QT09

Minimum rates of wages to be paid on the project have been determined by the Commissioner of the Department of Labor Standards. These rates are incorporated into the bid documents.

Bid documents for this project may be accessed or downloaded at no cost to potential bidders exclusively through DCAMM’s E-Bid Room https://www.bidexpress.com/businesses/10279/home, A hard copy set can be made available for viewing in DCAMM’s Bid Room located at One Ashburton Place, 15th Floor, Boston, MA during normal business hours by appointment only by contacting DCAMM’s Bid Room.

In order to access bid documents and submit bids through DCAMM’s E-Bid Room potential bidders must first be verified by DCAMM’s Bid Room and then register with the E-Bid Room vendor. Instructions on the processes can be found on DCAMM’s website www.mass.gov/dcamm/bids or contact DCAMM’s Bid Room at [email protected] or (617) 727-4003.

Adam Baacke

COMMISSIONER

MASSACHUSETTS BAY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY 10 PARK PLAZA BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02116

LEGAL NOTICE

Electronic proposals for the following project will be received through the internet using Project Bids until the date and time stated below, and will be posted on www.bidx.com forthwith after the bid submission deadline. No paper copies of bids will be accepted. Bidders must have a valid digital ID issued by the Authority in order to bid on projects. Bidders need to apply for a digital ID with Project Bids at least 14 days prior to a scheduled bid opening date.

Electronic bids for MBTA Contract No. Q21CN01 CENTRAL TUNNEL PACKAGE 1 SIGNAL REPLACEMENT BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS, CLASS 1 – GENERAL TRANSIT AND CLASS 6A TRANSIT SIGNAL AND PROJECT VALUE - $35,235,644 can be submitted at www.bidx.com until two o’clock (2:00 p.m.) on July 10, 2025. Immediately thereafter, in a designated room, the Bids will be opened and read publicly.

Work consists of signal work, communications work, and electrical work necessary to facilitate the replacement of 25Hz track circuits associated with existing signal control cases at Copley, Park Street and Government Center stations, and the addition of a new fiber cable between North Station and all westerly portals throughout the Green Line Central Tunnel as described in the drawings and specifications. A more detailed description of the work is provided in section 01010 Summary of Work.

Bidders’ attention is directed to Appendix 1, Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Insure Equal Employment Opportunity; and to Appendix 2, Supplemental Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-Discrimination, and Affirmative Action Program in the specifications. While there is no DBE goal associated with this contract, the Authority strongly encourages the use of Minority, Women and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises as prime contractors, subcontractors and suppliers in all of its contracting opportunities. To view the full Notice to Bidders, please see link below.

http://bc.mbta.com/business_center/bidding_solicitations/current_solicitations/

On behalf of the MBTA, thank you for your time and interest in responding to this Notice to Bidders Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

Phillip Eng General Manager & CEO of the MBTA

May 28, 2025

BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION INVITATION FOR BIDS

THE BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION BY ITS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR INVITES SEALED BIDS FOR CONTRACT NO. 25-103-008, FOR THE PURCHASE OF RESIDENTIAL WATER METERS.

BID/CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, MAY BE OBTAINED BY DOWNLOADING IT FROM THE BWSC PORTAL BIDNET DIRECT. https://www.bidnetdirect.com/bwsc. BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON THE FORMS OBTAINED FROM THE DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT AND MUST BE SUBMITTED IN A SEALED ENVELOPE CLEARLY MARKED BID FOR CONTRACT NO. 25-103-008 - FOR THE PURCHASE OF RESIDENTIAL WATER METERS.

BIDS WILL BE PUBLICLY OPENED AND READ ON JUNE 18,2025 at 10:00 A.M., AT THE OFFICE OF THE Director of procurement. THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL BIDS. The award of any contract is subject to approval by the board of commissioners.

THE BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITY OWNED BUSINESSES ARE ENCOURAGED TO respond.

BOSTON WATER AND SEWER COMMISSION

Henry F. Vitale Executive Director

Boston Ship Repair, LLC

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

INVITATION TO BID for the project entitled Installation of Natural Gas Electrical Generator at Boston Ship Repair, LLC.

Boston Ship Repair, LLC (BSR), hereinafter referred to as the Owner, hereby invites sealed competitive bids for the above-entitled project. Bids shall be on the form supplied by the Owner, shall be clearly identified as a bid, and must include the required bid deposit and certifications. All bids for this project are subject to applicable provisions of M.G.L. c.30, §39M and other relevant Massachusetts General Laws and shall be in accordance with the terms and provisions of the contract documents. The lowest responsible and eligible bidder will be awarded the contract to perform the scope of work set forth in the bid documents, including any addenda. BSR reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any and all minor informalities.

SCOPE OF WORK: The project includes decommissioning and removal of an existing CAT diesel generator and full installation of a new 300kW natural gas generator (Cummins C300N6 or equivalent) with an SCR system and urea tank. Work includes all necessary site preparation, electrical integration, compliance with EPA and MADEP emissions standards, testing and commissioning, and on-site training. Details are available in the technical specifications. For further information relating to the interpretation of the contract documents please send messages to [email protected]. No questions will be answered if received after 11:59 AM on June 26, 2025.

START OF CONSTRUCTION: The Contractor shall be aware that Notice to Proceed does not constitute immediate access to begin construction. The anticipated start of construction is in the summer of 2025.

TIME AND PLACE FOR FILING BIDS: General bids shall be filed with the Owner via mail to 32a Drydock Avenue, Boston, MA 02210, email to [email protected] with the subject line of “Electrical Generator”, or delivered to: Boston Ship Repair, LLC, Attn: Electrical Generator Project, 32a Drydock Ave, Boston, MA 02210, on or before 7:00 PM on Monday, July 7, 2025 at which time no more bids will be accepted. Bids will be opened forthwith and read aloud during a visual online meeting at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. A meeting invite and link will be provided prior to the Bid Opening.

All bidders are hereby notified that bid deposits must accompany the filed bid, must be a minimum of five percent (5%) of his or her bid and shall be in the form of a bid bond, certified check, cashier’s check, or treasurer’s check made payable to BSR. All bids which are not accompanied by the proper bid deposit or certification, or which are on a form not completely filled in or which are incomplete, conditional or obscure, or which contain any additions or deductions not called for, shall be invalid.

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS: Bid documents, including plans, specifications, and appendices, are available upon request via email at [email protected] with the subject “Electrical Generator – Inquiry”. Include your company name, contact person, address, phone, and email. No questions will be accepted after June 26, 2025 at 11:59 AM.

All bidders are advised to carefully review the contract provisions related to bonds, insurance, permits, project schedule, liquidated damages, and applicable wage requirements.

Compliance with the Massachusetts Prevailing Wage Law is mandatory. Bidders must adhere to the wage rates stipulated in the contract documents and ensure that no employee is paid less than the established minimums.

Contractors are required to meet the standards outlined in the Boston Resident Jobs Policy (BRJP), including workforce participation goals for Boston residents, people of color, and women, as detailed in the contract forms.

In accordance with An Ordinance Regulating Employers on Public Construction Contracts, all bidders must participate in a certified Apprenticeship Program, and submit a valid Sponsor Verification Form as supporting documentation.

In addition, bidders must comply with the Labor Harmony Clause, ensuring harmonious labor relations throughout the duration of the project.

The project is also subject to inspection and emissions certification by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MADEP). The successful bidder must provide documentation verifying compliance with all MADEP standards and emissions performance requirements.

Attention is further directed to the Notice to Bidders, the General Bid Form, and the prohibition against unbalanced bidding practices, including abnormally high or low prices for any item of work. Bids may be held by the awarding authority for a period not to exceed thirty (30) business days following the bid opening for review and qualification purposes.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive minor informalities if deemed in the public interest.

Boston Ship Repair, LLC

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

INVITATION TO BID for the project entitled Electrical Service Installation and Upgrade at Boston Ship Repair, LLC.

SCOPE OF WORK: The The work includes the design, engineering, and permitting of new electrical service infrastructure extending from an existing utility transformer panel to four designated buildings on the Boston Ship Repair facility site: the Quonset Hut, Shipping and Receiving Shop, Security Container, and Hull Shop.

The work also includes procurement and installation of all associated electrical infrastructure, including but not limited to conduits, conductors, breakers, panels, and step-down transformers. Electrical outfitting within the Hull Shop includes the installation of light fixtures, overhead fans, exhaust ventilation systems, and a variety of receptacles as specified in the contract documents.

Additional responsibilities include full testing, commissioning, and verification of system performance in accordance with Massachusetts and NEC electrical codes, and the delivery of complete as-built drawings and compliance documentation.

For further information relating to the interpretation of the contract documents please send messages to [email protected]. No questions will be answered if received after 11:59 AM on June 26, 2025.

START OF CONSTRUCTION: The Contractor shall be aware that Notice to Proceed does not constitute immediate access to begin construction. The anticipated start of construction is in the summer of 2025.

TIME AND PLACE FOR FILING BIDS: General bids shall be filed with the Owner via mail to 32a Drydock Avenue, Boston, MA 02210, email to [email protected] with the subject line of “Electrical Generator”, or delivered to: Boston Ship Repair, LLC, Attn: Electrical Generator Project, 32a Drydock Ave, Boston, MA 02210, on or before 7:00 PM on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at which time no more bids will be accepted. Bids will be opened forthwith and read aloud during a visual online meeting at 1:00 PM on Thursday, July 10, 2025. A meeting invite and link will be provided prior to the Bid Opening.

All bidders are advised to carefully review the contract provisions related to bonds, insurance, permits, project schedule, liquidated damages, and applicable wage requirements.

In addition, bidders must comply with the Labor Harmony Clause, ensuring harmonious labor relations throughout the duration of the project.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids or waive minor informalities if deemed in the public interest.