Soliciting bids for the rehabilitation of a single family dwelling at 270 Central St., Hingham, MA 02043. This is a 6 month contract and its award process is subject to
approval of the Hingham Affordable Housing Trust and is issued under M.G.L. c 149 &
c. 30, 39M. The estimated value is $140,000. The Town of Hingham reserves the right
to reject any or all bids, waive minor informalities, and to award the contract in the best
interest of the Town. Scope of Work:
The Scope of Work shall include, but not be limited to, the provision of all labor,
materials, and equipment necessary for the work outlined below and as described in
the specifications provided in subsequent sections:
The Town of Hingham is requesting bids to rehabilitate the single-family dwelling
located at 270 Central Street, Hingham, MA 02043. The Hingham Affordable
Housing Trust acquired the property in 2020 with the intention of creating an
affordable housing opportunity.
Required capital improvements include both exterior and interior building
renovations.
Exterior
The roof needs replacement.
The north side-yard fence is largely in good condition but requires spot
repairs and the small fence to the right of the house requires removal.
The siding is in need of power washing and minor repairs.
The small deck by the side entrance needs to be repaired, scraped and
painted.
The mailbox and post need replacement.
PVC trim replacement is needed to the side door.
Interior
Hot water heater replacement is needed.
Insulation is needed under the first floor flooring and into the ceiling/attic.
The kitchen needs to be fully replaced, including countertops, cabinets,
plumbing work, electrical work, wall installation, and other finish work.
Interior paint is needed throughout the home.
The house is to be converted from oil to gas.
Vinyl plank flooring is required throughout the home, berber carpet is needed
on the main staircase, and PTS underlayment is needed in the kitchen and
living room.
Both bathrooms are in need of various repairs and replacements.
The HVAC is to be replaced, including the dehumidifier.
There are minor wall repairs needed throughout the home.
With respect to doors, the side door and four doors on the second floor need
replacement, closet doors throughout the home need replacement, and
various repairs to solid doors are needed.
A railing is needed going into the basement with slats along the railings.
In terms of windows, the kitchen window, six screens, and various shades
need to be replaced.
The support posts in the basement need to be repaired.
Various electrical work is required throughout the home.
General cleanup of the interior and exterior will be required.
Project has been canceled.
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