Town of Cohasset Town Hall Auditorium Lease RFP 2026
Town of CohassetCity · Cohasset, MA- Due
- Feb 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 25 years
- Primary contact
- Lmcgonigle
The 30-second brief
The Town of Cohasset is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to lease the Town Hall Auditorium, stage, and dressing rooms located at 41 Highland Ave. The facility contains approximately 3,000 square feet of usable space. The Town seeks a qualified Proposer to maintain and operate the property as a community arts and cultural venue for a maximum term of twenty-five (25) years. The lease is structured as a triple net lease, with the lessee responsible for all costs including maintenance, utilities, capital improvements, and ADA compliance. Preference will be given to non-profit organizations and proposals that include annual maintenance and facility upgrades. Proposals must include a rent schedule, use description, and financial statements. Sealed packages are due by February 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Town Manager's Office.
Rent Proposal Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Certificate of Authority, Disclosure of Beneficial Interests, Financial Statements, 501c3 documents
Community Involvement, Public Activation, Ability to Maintain the Property, Rent, Financial stability, Capacity to enter into a lease
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Summary
The Town of Cohasset is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) to lease the Town Hall Auditorium, stage, and dressing rooms located at 41 Highland Ave.
The facility contains approximately 3,000 square feet of usable space. The Town seeks a qualified Proposer to maintain and operate the property as a community arts and cultural venue for a maximum term of twenty-five (25) years. The lease is structured as a triple net lease, with the lessee responsible for all costs including maintenance, utilities, capital improvements, and ADA compliance. Preference will be given to non-profit organizations and proposals that include annual maintenance and facility upgrades. Proposals must include a rent schedule, use description, and financial statements. Sealed packages are due by February 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at the Town Manager's Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Community Involvement
- Public Activation
- Ability to Maintain the Property
- Rent
- Financial stability
- Capacity to enter into a lease
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Rent Proposal Form
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Certificate of Authority
- Disclosure of Beneficial Interests
- Financial Statements
- 501c3 documents
- Submit to
- Town Manager's Office, 41 Highland Ave Cohasset, MA 02025
- Scope location
- Cohasset, MA
- Projected sq ft
- 3,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Cohasset?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 26, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Manager's Office, 41 Highland Ave Cohasset, MA 02025. For questions, contact Lmcgonigle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Cohasset 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 Lmcgonigle. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Rent Proposal Form, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Certificate of Authority, Disclosure of Beneficial Interests, Financial Statements, 501c3 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: "Community Involvement, Public Activation, Ability to Maintain the Property, Rent, Financial stability, Capacity to enter into a lease" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Cohasset?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Cohasset are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Cohasset regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 25 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. Review the full document from Town of Cohasset for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cohasset, MA. The total projected area is 3000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.