Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector

Location:	Rhode Island
Posted:	Jun 25, 2026
Due:	Jul 16, 2026
Agency:	Town of Westerly
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	51 - Hand Tools Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
Solicitation No:	27-16
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TOWN OF WESTERLY/WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

RFQ Number: 27-16

RFQ Name: PLUMBING/MECHANICAL INSPECTOR

June 25, 2026

The Town of Westerly (Town), Westerly RI, acting through its Purchasing Agent, is hereby soliciting sealed

qualifications for the above-mentioned RFQ and you are hereby invited to submit qualifications for the Scope of

Work described in this Request for Qualifications, in strict accordance with this document.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Proposals shall be based on the Terms and Conditions as referenced in this Request for Qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS DUE DATE/SUBMITTING INSTRUCTIONS

QUALIFICATIONS ARE DUE and MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN 2:00 p.m., July 16, 2026.

Envelopes containing qualifications must be sealed and addressed to the undersigned, at the Purchasing

Department, 2nd Floor office, Westerly Town Hall, 45 Broad St., Westerly, RI 02891 and must be clearly marked

with the Name and Address of Bidder, Bid Due Date and Time, and RFQ Number and Title. Bidders must include

one hard copy and a Digital copy on a Flash drive of the Bid as defined in the Instruction to Bidders.

QUESTIONS

Questions r e g a r d i n g this solicitation must be emailed and received by the Purchasing Agent at

ecardillo@westerlyri.gov no later than 12:00 p.m. on July 8, 2026, in a Microsoft Word attachment with

the corresponding solicitation number. Questions, if any, and responses will be posted on the Town of

Westerly website at www.westerlyri.gov as an addendum to this solicitation.

RFQ DOCUMENTS

Attachment A –

Attachment B –

Attachment C –

APPENDIX A –

Agreement –

Scope of Work/ Project Schedule, Page 2

Proposal Submission Pages 3-4

Instruction to Bidders Pages 5-9

Bidder Certification Page 10-14

Westerly Standard Agreement Pages 15-22

BIDDER CERTIFICATION and DISCLOSURE FORM: Bidders must include, complete, sign and

submit a Bidder Certification Form with each bid proposal. See APPENDIX A.

This solicitation i s a v a i l a b l e a t www.westerlyri.gov. The Town of Westerly/Westerly Schools reserves the

right to reject any/all bids, waive any informalities in the bids received and to accept and award the bid to the

lowest qualified bid deemed most favorable to the interest of the Town/School. The Town/School does not

discriminate based on age, color, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability in

accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Regards,

Eileen Cardillo

Purchasing Agent/Risk Manager

Town of Westerly/Westerly Public Schools

45 Broad Street, Westerly, RI 02891

Tel: (401) 348-2599

ecardillo@westerlyri.gov

CC: MD, DM

TOWN OF WESTERLY/WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ATTACHMENT "A"

SCOPE OF WORK

The Town of Westerly, acting through its Purchasing Agent, is hereby soliciting sealed Request for Qualifications from

individuals for a Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector. Applicant shall hold both trade disciplines as described below.

Sealed RFQs are due at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Town Hall, 45 Broad Street, Westerly, RI 02891 no later

than 2:00 p.m. on July 16, 2026, to be opened publicly.

The Town of Westerly does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, national origin, color or disability in

accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Individuals requesting interpreter services for the hearing impaired

or other individuals requiring special accommodations should call 348-2500 or 596-2022 (v/tdd) 72 hours in advance

of the hearing date.

The contract for the position is for three (3) years with two (2) additional 12-month extensions, at the discretion of the

Town, contingent upon available funding. The contract is expected to start on July 20, 2026, upon award.

The Town is seeking Requests for Qualifications for the position description(s) outlined below.

Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector:

Position: Job Description: The Plumbing / Mechanical Inspector shall be responsible for inspections of all new

installations in all new construction, alterations, or renovations to ensure compliance with State Code. This may include

trenches, interior and exterior plumbing, heating, air conditioning and exterior equipment. Also performs inspections for

business licenses as required by State Law. Schedule agreed upon by the Inspector and the Building Official.

Qualifications and Skills: Pursuant to § 23-27.3-107.1.1 of Rhode Island State Building Code, the mechanical

inspector shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience and a valid Rhode Island master pipe fitters 1 or a journey

person contractor's license. Plumbing inspector shall have a minimum of five (5) years’ experience and a valid Rhode

Island master or journeyperson plumbers’ license. The ability to review plans is preferred. Must maintain an active

license(s) with the Department of Labor and Training and will need to earn 15 continuing education hours per year at

Inspector’s expense.

Essential Functions: The Plumbing Mechanical Inspector shall review applications for plumbing mechanical permits

for Code Compliance on a daily basis as well as dealing with the public for questions and project related topics.

Inspections are done daily and within a maximum of 48 hours of a request. Work in conjunction with other town

departments.

Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to navigate construction sites which may contain construction

debris, rough grading, and boulders. Inclement weather including rain, snow, and ice may cause jobsites to become

muddy or slippery. The ability to climb ladders or use planks to gain access of the building may be required. Basement

crawl spaces and access holes to attics or confined spaces may need to be inspected as well.

TOWN OF WESTERLY/WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ATTACHMENT "B"

Proposal Submission

“THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED WITH BID”

RFQ NUMBER: 27-16

RFQ NAME: Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector

Proposal Submittal

A resume and cover letter addressing the above requirements with the specific position(s) indicated as well as any

copies of applicable trade cards and/or licenses and Appendix A. One copy plus a digital copy must be submitted

by 2:00 PM on July 16, 2026, in a sealed envelope marked RFQ 27-16 Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector delivered

to the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Westerly Town Hall, 45 Broad St., Westerly, RI 02891.

Complete and submit Appendix A with proposal.

Questions

Do you have a minimum of five (5) years’

experience and a valid Rhode Island master

pipe fitters 1 or a journey person contractor's

license for a mechanical inspector?

Do you have a minimum of five (5) years’

experience and a valid Rhode Island

master or journeyperson plumbers’ license

for a plumbing inspector.

Have you submitted copies of all required

licenses with your bid?

Response

Yes_______

No_____please explain:___________________

________________________________________

Yes_______

No_____please explain:___________________

________________________________________

Yes_______

No_____please explain:___________________

________________________________________

State Date: _____________ calendar days after notice of award.

The below stated Supplier agrees to provide all materials, equipment, supervision and all activities required to

provide a complete scope of work as defined in this Request for Qualifications, including, but not limited to,

agree to all terms and conditions, all as shown or by reference, unless as excluded below:

EXCLUSIONS:

______________________________________________________________________________________

Did you deviate from the specifications in any way: YES____ NO ____?

(If yes, you must explain below and submit a detailed description of all deviations so that your product or service

can be properly evaluated.)

TOWN OF WESTERLY/WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

__________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

The proposal includes all stipulations and requirements of Addendum No.

, which have been received and accepted by the undersigned.

This Request for qualifications, together with all documents, specifications, and

documents/attachments/Addendums, are included and constitute the entire proposal from the bidder. There are

no terms, conditions, or provisions, either oral or written, between the parties hereto, other than those contained

herein. The Request for Qualification supersedes all written representation, inducements, or understandings of

any kind or nature between the parties hereto, relating to the project involved herein. Payment Terms are net 30

days, for this scope of work.

Company Representative

Print Name: _________________________________

Authorized Signature: ______________________________________

______________________________________ ________________________________________

Telephone

Street

City

State

Zip

Email: ________________________________________

Date: __________

Company Name: _______________________________________________

TOWN OF WESTERLY/WESTERLY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ATTACHMENT “C”

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

PURCHASING DEPARTMENT

Submission of Bids

a. Envelopes containing bids must be sealed and addressed as indicated on the Invitation to Bid and must be

marked with the name and address of bidder, date and bid due time, and name of bid, along with RFQ number.

b. The Purchasing Agent will decide when and if the specified time has arrived to open bids, and no bid received

thereafter will be considered. The Purchasing Agent reserves the right to waive any informality in the bidding

process.

c. Any bidder may withdraw his/her bid by written request at any time prior to the advertised time for opening.

Telephonic bids, amendments, or withdrawals will not be accepted.

d. Negligence on the part of the bidder in preparing the bid confers no rights for the withdrawal of the bid after it has

been opened.

e. Proposals received prior to the time of opening will be securely kept unopened. No responsibility will attach to an

officer or person for the premature opening of a proposal not properly addressed and identified.

f. Any deviation from the Specifications must be noted in writing and attached as part of the bid proposal. The

Bidder shall indicate the item or part with the deviation and indicate how the bid will deviate from Specifications.

Prices

Bidders shall state the proposed price in the manner as designated in the Bid Proposal Form. If there is a

discrepancy between the unit prices and the extended totals, the unit prices shall govern. In the event, there is a

discrepancy between the price written in words and written in figures, the prices written in words shall govern.

Terms

Cash discounts offered will be considered in determining awards. The discount period shall be computed from the

date of delivery or from the correct invoice as received by Town Treasurer, whichever date is later. The date of

delivery shall be construed to mean the date on which bid item is determined to meet the specifications and is

therefore acceptable. Discounts for a period less than thirty (30) days may not be considered. Payment terms are

net 30.

Qualification of Bidders

The Town/School’s may make such investigations as it deems necessary to determine the ability of the bidder to

perform the work. The bidder shall furnish the town with all such information and data for the purpose as may be

requested.

Addenda and Interpretations

No interpretation on the meaning of the Plans, Specifications or any other Contract Document will be made to any

bidder orally. Every request for such interpretations must be in writing.

All questions pertaining to the specifications or proposal procedure should be first directed to the Purchasing Agent.

Where information from the Purchasing Agent differs from information from any other source, the information from

the Purchasing Agent prevails. The Town/School is not responsible for information obtained from any other source.

This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.

Bid Number:	27-16
Bid Title:	Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector
Category:	Services (Professional, Support, Consulting and Misc. Services)
Status:	Open

Plumbing/Mechanical Inspector

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