Damariscotta and Newcastle First Responder Housing RFP 2026
Town of DamariscottaCity · Damariscotta, ME- Due
- Mar 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Andrew Dorr
The 30-second brief
The Towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle are seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide comprehensive consulting services for the potential development of housing on two town-owned properties. The project aims to explore and plan for new housing to meet the needs of local first-responder agencies.
Preliminary Engineering and 30% Design Documents, Final Engineering and 90% Construction Documents
Demonstrated experience and success with similar site suitability, architectural, landscape, funding analysis, and legal projects; Qualifications and experience of key personnel; Clarity and thoroughness of the proposed approach and methodology, including timeline; References and past performance; Fee for services.
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Summary
The Towns of Damariscotta and Newcastle are seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide comprehensive consulting services for the potential development of housing on two town-owned properties.
The project aims to explore and plan for new housing to meet the needs of local first-responder agencies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Demonstrated experience and success with similar site suitability, architectural, landscape, funding analysis, and legal projects
- Qualifications and experience of key personnel
- Clarity and thoroughness of the proposed approach and methodology, including timeline
- References and past performance
- Fee for services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Preliminary Engineering and 30% Design Documents, Final Engineering and 90% Construction Documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Damariscotta, Maine; Newcastle, Maine
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Damariscotta?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Andrew Dorr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Damariscotta in ME, 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 Andrew Dorr. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary Engineering and 30% Design Documents, Final Engineering and 90% Construction Documents. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Demonstrated experience and success with similar site suitability, architectural, landscape, funding analysis, and legal projects; Qualifications and experience of key personnel; Clarity and thoroughn..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Damariscotta?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Damariscotta are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Damariscotta regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form. Review the full document from Town of Damariscotta for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Damariscotta, Maine; Newcastle, Maine. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.