Town of Needham Construction Management at Risk Services for Pollard Middle School RFQ 26BDC180B 2025
Town of Needham, Town of Needham, MA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Kathryn Copley · (781) 455-7500 ext 72314
- Scope Location
- Needham, MA
- Submission Address
- Town of Needham, Permanent Public Building Committee, 500 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA 02492
SUMMARY
The Town of Needham is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (RFQ 26BDC180B) for Construction Management at Risk (CMR) services for the Pollard Middle School project. The project is in the Preferred Schematic phase with an estimated construction cost of $200 to $245 million. The scope includes phased addition, renovation, or new construction. This is a two-stage selection process per MGL ch149A; qualified firms from this RFQ stage will be invited to submit Stage 2 RFPs. The CMR fee through schematic design is capped at $150,000. A briefing session was scheduled for December 2, 2025. Responses are due by December 23, 2025, at 12:30 PM (updated from the original December 19 deadline).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prior Construction Management at Risk experience related to size and scope, phased addition/renovation or new construction of school buildings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Qualifications, addenda acknowledgments
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Needham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 23, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Town of Needham, Permanent Public Building Committee, 500 Dedham Ave, Needham, MA 02492. For questions, contact Kathryn Copley.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Prior Construction Management at Risk experience related to size and scope, phased addition/renovation or new construction of school buildings" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Needham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Needham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Needham 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 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: Statement of Qualifications, addenda acknowledgments. Review the full document from Town of Needham for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Town of Needham 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 Kathryn Copley at (781) 455-7500 ext 72314. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Needham, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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