Town of Middleton, 48 South Main Memorial Hall Real Estate Disposition RFP, 2026 - Map 28 Lot 80
Town of MiddletonCity · Middleton, MA- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Justin Sultzbach
- (978) 774-6927
The 30-second brief
The Town of Middleton is seeking proposals for the disposition and development of real property consisting of an approximate 1.2-acre parcel and a 3-story, 10,300 square-foot building located at 48 South Main Street (Route 114), Middleton, MA (Parcel ID: Map 28, Lot 80). The property, formerly used as a school house and Town Hall, is being sold "AS IS" and is zoned Business (B). The Town prefers residential development consisting of up to 6 units supporting the Subsidized Housing Index (SHI), while requiring the preservation or replication of the historic west-facing façade, public access easements, and adherence to M.G.L. Chapter 30B. A formal site visit/walk-through is scheduled for October 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with written questions due by October 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM noon. Proposals must be submitted by 12:00 PM noon on Friday, November 6, 2026, accompanied by a 5% refundable bid deposit. Evaluation will be based on a best-use narrative, historic elements preservation, developer experience, and purchase price.
Disposition of approximately 1.2 acres of real property and building at 48 South Main Street, Highest and Best Use Narrative, Price Proposal
Best Use Narrative (Proposed Use, Historic Elements, Experience), Price Proposal
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Summary
The Town of Middleton is seeking proposals for the disposition and development of real property consisting of an approximate 1.2-acre parcel and a 3-story, 10,300 square-foot building located at 48 South Main Street (Route 114), Middleton, MA (Parcel ID: Map 28, Lot 80).
The property, formerly used as a school house and Town Hall, is being sold "AS IS" and is zoned Business (B). The Town prefers residential development consisting of up to 6 units supporting the Subsidized Housing Index (SHI), while requiring the preservation or replication of the historic west-facing façade, public access easements, and adherence to M.G.L. Chapter 30B. A formal site visit/walk-through is scheduled for October 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with written questions due by October 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM noon. Proposals must be submitted by 12:00 PM noon on Friday, November 6, 2026, accompanied by a 5% refundable bid deposit. Evaluation will be based on a best-use narrative, historic elements preservation, developer experience, and purchase price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best Use Narrative (Proposed Use, Historic Elements, Experience), Price Proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Disposition of approximately 1.2 acres of real property and building at 48 South Main Street, Highest and Best Use Narrative, Price Proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Certified Check for five percent of Proposal Price as deposit
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- MGL Chapter 62C sec 49A Cert of Tax Compliance
- Certificate of Authority
- MGL Chapter 7C sec 38 Disclosure of Beneficial Interest
- Authorization to Submit Proposal
- Description of Proposer
- Address of Proposer
- Submit to
- Office of the Town Administrator, Town Hall, 105 S. Main Street, Middleton, MA 01949
- Scope location
- Middleton, MA
- Projected sq ft
- 10,300 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Middleton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: Office of the Town Administrator, Town Hall, 105 S. Main Street, Middleton, MA 01949. For questions, contact Justin Sultzbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Middleton 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 Justin Sultzbach at (978) 774-6927. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Disposition of approximately 1.2 acres of real property and building at 48 South Main Street, Highest and Best Use Narrative, Price Proposal. 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: "Best Use Narrative (Proposed Use, Historic Elements, Experience), Price Proposal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Middleton?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Middleton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Middleton regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 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: Certified Check for five percent of Proposal Price as deposit, Certificate of Non-Collusion, MGL Chapter 62C sec 49A Cert of Tax Compliance, Certificate of Authority, MGL Chapter 7C sec 38 Disclosure. Review the full document from Town of Middleton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Middleton, MA. The total projected area is 10300 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.