Town of Buckfield Rehabilitation and Reuse of the Old Church on the Hill RFI 2026
Town of BuckfieldCity · Buckfield, ME- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cameron Hinkley
The 30-second brief
The Town of Buckfield is seeking concepts for the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the historic Old Church on the Hill (Buckfield Union Church). Proposals must preserve the historic fabric and are due by October 20, 2026.
Cover page, Response to prompts and questions, Organizational qualifications, Potential use concept, Community outreach plan
Applicant experience, financial capacity, management capacity, community benefits, long-term viability, commitment to public outreach
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Summary
The Town of Buckfield is seeking concepts for the rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the historic Old Church on the Hill (Buckfield Union Church). Proposals must preserve the historic fabric and are due by October 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Applicant experience
- Financial capacity
- Management capacity
- Community benefits
- Long-term viability
- Commitment to public outreach
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Cover page
- Response to prompts and questions
- Organizational qualifications
- Potential use concept
- Community outreach plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Legal Property Information
- Photos
- National Register Nomination Form
- Steeple Pre-Assessment Report
- Steeple Conditions Assessment
- Submit to
- Town of Buckfield, P.O. Box 179, Buckfield, ME 04220
- Scope location
- Buckfield, ME
- Projected sq ft
- 2,821 sq ft
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Town of Buckfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 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: Town of Buckfield, P.O. Box 179, Buckfield, ME 04220. For questions, contact Cameron Hinkley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Town of Buckfield 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 RFI 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 Cameron Hinkley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover page, Response to prompts and questions, Organizational qualifications, Potential use concept, Community outreach plan. 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: "Applicant experience, financial capacity, management capacity, community benefits, long-term viability, commitment to public outreach" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Buckfield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Buckfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Buckfield 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 RFI?
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: Legal Property Information, Photos, National Register Nomination Form, Steeple Pre-Assessment Report, Steeple Conditions Assessment. Review the full document from Town of Buckfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buckfield, ME. The total projected area is 2821 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.