Metropolitan Area Planning Council - RFP# MAPC BHA Low Voltage Cabling – 2 - 2026
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)MPO · Boston, MA- Due
- Aug 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nathan Powell
The 30-second brief
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council, on behalf of the Boston Housing Authority, seeks proposals for RFP# MAPC BHA Low Voltage Cabling – 2 for network installation, cabling, and related asbestos abatement work at selected BHA properties including Alice H. Taylor Apartments in Roxbury, Ruth Barkley Apartments in South End, and Heritage in East Boston, MA. The selected properties consist of 1,056 units across 3 sites. The scope encompasses low-voltage cabling, CAT 6a, fiber, coax, network equipment mounting, trenching, conduit installation, environmental asbestos abatement, and prevailing wage compliance. Proposals must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS before August 31, 2026 at 3 PM ET. A mandatory virtual proposer's conference is scheduled with various RSVP deadlines, and bid deposits of 5% are required.
Qualifications and experience of the Proposer and subcontractor(s), record of experience providing similar goods/services, demonstrated understanding of goods/services and reasonableness of approach, knowledge and experience in low voltage cabling and abatement for public sector clients, reasonableness of Cost Summary, reasonableness of proposed project schedule, status as MBE, WBE, DBE, VBE, or labor surplus area firm
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Summary
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council, on behalf of the Boston Housing Authority, seeks proposals for RFP# MAPC BHA Low Voltage Cabling – 2 for network installation, cabling, and related asbestos abatement work at selected BHA properties including Alice H. Taylor Apartments in Roxbury, Ruth Barkley Apartments in South End, and Heritage in East Boston, MA. The selected properties consist of 1,056 units across 3 sites.
The scope encompasses low-voltage cabling, CAT 6a, fiber, coax, network equipment mounting, trenching, conduit installation, environmental asbestos abatement, and prevailing wage compliance. Proposals must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS before August 31, 2026 at 3 PM ET. A mandatory virtual proposer's conference is scheduled with various RSVP deadlines, and bid deposits of 5% are required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Qualifications and experience of the Proposer and subcontractor(s), record of experience providing similar goods/services, demonstrated understanding of goods/services and reasonableness of approach, knowledge and experience in low voltage cabling and abatement for public sector clients, reasonableness of Cost Summary, reasonableness of proposed project schedule, status as MBE, WBE, DBE, VBE, or labor surplus area firm
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Authorized Proposer’s Signature and Acceptance Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B
- Certificate of Non-Debarment
- Labor Harmony and OSHA Training Certifications
- Bid Deposit
- Signed Contract
- Submit to
- www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Nathan Powell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) 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 Nathan Powell. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Qualifications and experience of the Proposer and subcontractor(s), record of experience providing similar goods/services, demonstrated understanding of goods/services and reasonableness of approach,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Authorized Proposer’s Signature and Acceptance Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Conflict of Interest Certification, Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B, Cer. Review the full document from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.