Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea - OPM Services for DPW and Public Safety Facilities Program - RFQ 2026
Town of Manchester-by-the-SeaCity · Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nathan Desrosiers
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
The Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea is soliciting qualifications from professional Owner's Project Manager (OPM) services under M.G.L. c. 149, § 44A1/2 and M.G.L. c. 7C for a proposed new Department of Public Works facility and potential public safety campus. The OPM will provide independent review of prior planning work, site selection (including 197 School Street and 85R Pleasant Street), feasibility, concept development, designer procurement support, design-phase oversight, bidding, construction, and closeout. The total appropriated project amount is approximately $800,000. Qualifications are due by Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Town Hall, Room 6. A non-mandatory site walk will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and inquiries are accepted until Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Overall Qualifications (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Project Approach (weight 2x, 20 pts max), Proposed Scope of Work (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Quality of Written Response (weight 1x, 10 pts max), Other Relevant Value (weight 1x, 10 pts max)
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Summary
The Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea is soliciting qualifications from professional Owner's Project Manager (OPM) services under M.G.L. c. 149, § 44A1/2 and M.G.L. c. 7C for a proposed new Department of Public Works facility and potential public safety campus.
The OPM will provide independent review of prior planning work, site selection (including 197 School Street and 85R Pleasant Street), feasibility, concept development, designer procurement support, design-phase oversight, bidding, construction, and closeout. The total appropriated project amount is approximately $800,000. Qualifications are due by Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Town Hall, Room 6. A non-mandatory site walk will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., and inquiries are accepted until Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall Qualifications (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Project Approach (weight 2x, 20 pts max), Proposed Scope of Work (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Quality of Written Response (weight 1x, 10 pts max), Other Relevant Value (weight 1x, 10 pts max)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Form 1 – Hourly Rate Schedule, Form 2 – Reference Form, Form 3 – Standard Designer Application Form for Municipalities and Public Agencies not within DSB Jurisdiction, Form 4 – Certificate of Non-Collusion, Form 5 – Tax Compliance Certificate, Form 6 – Certificate of Authority, Form 7 – Respondent Certifications, Certificates of insurance, Financial statements, Resumes
- Submit to
- Department of Public Works – Room 6, Town Hall, 10 Central Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944
- Scope location
- Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Public Works – Room 6, Town Hall, 10 Central Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA 01944. For questions, contact Nathan Desrosiers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea 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.
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 Desrosiers at (555) 123-4567. 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: "Overall Qualifications (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Project Approach (weight 2x, 20 pts max), Proposed Scope of Work (weight 3x, 30 pts max), Quality of Written Response (weight 1x, 10 pts max), Other Rel..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Form 1 – Hourly Rate Schedule, Form 2 – Reference Form, Form 3 – Standard Designer Application Form for Municipalities and Public Agencies not within DSB Jurisdiction, Form 4 – Certificate of Non-Coll. Review the full document from Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.