Town of Amherst Building Envelope Air Tightness Testing RFP 2025
City of AmherstCity · Amherst, MA- Due
- Dec 8, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 17, 2025
- Primary contact
- Simone Cristofori
- (413) 259-3026
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Summary
The Town of Amherst is seeking proposals from qualified independent testing and inspection agencies to provide building envelope air tightness testing and inspection services for the Fort River Elementary School Project.
The services include whole-building air leakage testing, diagnostic testing, and potentially localized pre-testing.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover Letter
- Minimum Evaluation Criteria
- References
- Addenda Acknowledgement Form
- Corporate Affidavit Form
- Tax Certification Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Compliance Certifications
- OSHA Certification Form
- Resumes of Project Lead and Staff
- Sample Certification of Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Lead
- Submit to
- Town Accountant's Office, Town Hall, 4 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA 01002
- Scope location
- Amherst, MA
- Reported agency
- Town of Amherst
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Amherst?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Accountant's Office, Town Hall, 4 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst, MA 01002. For questions, contact Simone Cristofori.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Amherst 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 Simone Cristofori at (413) 259-3026. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Lead. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Amherst?
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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: Cover Letter, Minimum Evaluation Criteria, References, Addenda Acknowledgement Form, Corporate Affidavit Form, Tax Certification Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Compliance Certifications, OSHA Cer. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Amherst for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Amherst, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.