This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Lowell, Massachusetts. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The Lowell Housing Authority is seeking quotes for movers to carry out moving and/or relocation services on an as needed basis. All apartments are located within the City of Lowell, MA. Apartments range from studio to six bedrooms. Movers must be fully licensed and bonded. Documentation will need to be submitted upon award. LHA will provide supplies and assistance to residents who need to pack items to prepare for the moves. On some occasions, the moving company may need to provide supplies that LHA may not have in stock. A list of the most common packing materials is provided in the bid pricing form in this QSP. Relocation moving: Typically, residents pack and unpack their own belongings with some assistance from LHA staff. On occasion, the contractor may be asked for assistance with disassembling and packing of goods if there is a disability preventing the resident from doing so. LHA will coordinate with the contractor should packing services be needed. The contractor is to load, transport and unload resident goods for relocation and moving services. The Contractor shall notify the Lowell Housing Authority of any damage to LHA property or private property caused by the performance of work under this contract, including, but not limited to damage to the grounds, trees, shrubbery, beds, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, vehicles, building exteriors, floors, walls, doorways, or elevators during the work. The Contractor shall be responsible for repairs to or replacement of damaged property and timely remediation of any water damage, at no additional cost to the Authority. At no time (without prior permission from the Property Manager/designated official) is the Contractor allowed to park vehicles/vans/trucks on the Authority's sidewalks, or walkways. Any damage to Authority property as a result of improperly parked vehicles will be the responsibility of the Contractor. A contract shall be awarded pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30B to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total price for all items. A responsible bidder possesses the skill, ability, and integrity necessary to faithfully perform the work described herein. A responsive bidder agrees to the terms of the QSP and ensuing contract and has properly submitted all required documents and forms as a complete bid. LHA reserves the right to cancel this QSP or reject in whole or in part any and all quotes if the HA determines that cancellation or rejection serves the best interests of the HA.