City of Somerville - Sustainable Sidewalks and Trees Project - RFP #27-14 (2026)
City of SomervilleCity · Somerville, MA- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Felisa Gárate
- (617) 625-6600 ext 3400
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Summary
The City of Somerville is seeking consulting services for The Green and Cool Somerville: Sustainable Sidewalks and Trees Project under RFP #27-14.
The scope involves developing a toolkit and assessment report for sustainable sidewalk design, tree planting strategies, and urban forestry solutions, including planting approximately 100 trees for a pilot project. Services entail stakeholder engagement workshops, GIS data consolidation, utility investigation coordination, and preparation of construction documents. The proposal submission deadline has been extended to Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 by 3:00 PM, with interviews expected between October 8th and October 16th, 2026.
- Submit to
- https://www.somervillema.gov/procurement
- Scope location
- Somerville, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Somerville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.somervillema.gov/procurement. For questions, contact Felisa Gárate.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Somerville in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Felisa Gárate at (617) 625-6600 ext 3400. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Somerville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Somerville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Somerville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Somerville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somerville, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.