Town of Acton Home Performance Contractor for Energy Assessment Services RFQ 01/29/2026-1157
Town of Acton, Town of Acton, MA·City
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- Scope Location
- Acton, MA
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The Town of Acton Sustainability Office is soliciting qualifications from Home Performance Contractors (HPCs) for a three-year Community First Partnership (CFP) cycle (2025-2027). The selected vendor will provide marketing support, customer intake, triage, and direct services for energy assessments, residential weatherization (Wx), heating and cooling (HVAC), and appliance electrification in 1-4 unit family residential buildings. Target populations include renters, landlords, non-English speakers (specifically Spanish, Mandarin, and Portuguese), and low-to-moderate income residents. Requirements include a field outreach team, a customizable landing page, and the ability to deliver assessments under the Low-Income (LVI) program. There is no financial relationship; the HPC funds activities through their own marketing budget in exchange for co-branding. Responses are due via email by February 12, 2026, with interviews scheduled for mid-February.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
History partnering with cities/towns, ability to support multiple languages, field outreach team presence, LVI assessment capability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
PDF response answering specific scope questions, Phone number, Customizable landing page
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
liability insurance, indemnification requirements
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Acton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 12, 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].
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "History partnering with cities/towns, ability to support multiple languages, field outreach team presence, LVI assessment capability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Acton?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Acton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Acton 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 RFQ?
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: liability insurance, indemnification requirements. Review the full document from Town of Acton for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Acton 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 RFQ 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Acton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: PDF response answering specific scope questions, Phone number, Customizable landing page. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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