Town of New Shoreham - Architectural Services O'Brien Affordable Housing Development RFP - 2026
Town of New ShorehamCity · Block Island, RI- Due
- Jun 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- K. Brown
- (401) 466-3210
The 30-second brief
The Town of New Shoreham Block Island Housing Board seeks professional architectural services for the O'Brien Affordable Housing Development on West Side Road, New Shoreham, RI. The project entails architectural services as Architect of Record (AOR) for the construction of eight duplex buildings on an approximately two-acre site, comprising seven townhouse-style side-by-side duplexes and one building with two-bedroom disability-accessible ground floor units and apartments above. Services cover schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration, coordinating with modular home manufacturer Avalon Building Systems and Bestor Architecture. Proposals are due by June 16, 2026, with questions due by June 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria include qualifications, experience, and fee schedule.
Architectural services for Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, And Construction Administration for eight duplex buildings (O'Brien Affordable Housing Development)
Qualifications, fee schedule, proposal evaluation, best value
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Summary
The Town of New Shoreham Block Island Housing Board seeks professional architectural services for the O'Brien Affordable Housing Development on West Side Road, New Shoreham, RI. The project entails architectural services as Architect of Record (AOR) for the construction of eight duplex buildings on an approximately two-acre site, comprising seven townhouse-style side-by-side duplexes and one building with two-bedroom disability-accessible ground floor units and apartments above.
Services cover schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration, coordinating with modular home manufacturer Avalon Building Systems and Bestor Architecture. Proposals are due by June 16, 2026, with questions due by June 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria include qualifications, experience, and fee schedule.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Qualifications
- Fee schedule
- Proposal evaluation
- Best value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Architectural services for Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, And Construction Administration for eight duplex buildings (O'Brien Affordable Housing Development)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Offeror Background Material
- Previous and current efforts list
- Signature and contact information
- Hourly rate / fee schedule
REQUIRED STAFFING
Architect
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- New Shoreham, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of New Shoreham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 16, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact K. Brown.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of New Shoreham in RI, 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 K. Brown at (401) 466-3210. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Architect. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Architectural services for Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, And Construction Administration for eight duplex buildings (O'Brien Affordable Housing Development). 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: "Qualifications, fee schedule, proposal evaluation, best value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of New Shoreham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of New Shoreham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of New Shoreham 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 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: Offeror Background Material, previous and current efforts list, signature and contact information, hourly rate / fee schedule. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of New Shoreham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: New Shoreham, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.