Town of New Shoreham - Preliminary Architectural Design & Engineering Services for New Fire & Police Station - 2026
Town of New ShorehamCity · Block Island, RI- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shirlyne Gobern
- (401) 466-3210
The 30-second brief
The Town of New Shoreham is seeking qualified professional engineering and architectural design firms to provide preliminary architectural design and engineering services for a new fire station and police station improvements at 10 Beach Avenue, Block Island, RI. The project entails constructing a two-story fire/rescue facility of approximately 19,000 sq ft, incorporating vehicle bays, training and storage areas, office spaces, bunkrooms, dispatch office, and municipal fire alarm and communications equipment. Services include reviewing facility requirements, preparing conceptual site and building plans, determining infrastructure impacts, conducting environmental and zoning reviews, developing preliminary construction cost estimates, and providing presentation materials. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for November 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Statement Preparation (10), Consulting Firm or Collaborative Project Team (25), Project Qualifications and Experience (25), Representative Project Experience (10), Responsiveness and Responsibility (30), Cost Evaluation
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Summary
The Town of New Shoreham is seeking qualified professional engineering and architectural design firms to provide preliminary architectural design and engineering services for a new fire station and police station improvements at 10 Beach Avenue, Block Island, RI. The project entails constructing a two-story fire/rescue facility of approximately 19,000 sq ft, incorporating vehicle bays, training and storage areas, office spaces, bunkrooms, dispatch office, and municipal fire alarm and communications equipment.
Services include reviewing facility requirements, preparing conceptual site and building plans, determining infrastructure impacts, conducting environmental and zoning reviews, developing preliminary construction cost estimates, and providing presentation materials. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with a pre-bid conference scheduled for November 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Qualification and Experience Statement
- Specifications Exception Form
- Addendum Acknowledgement
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Office of the Town Manager, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807
- Scope location
- Block Island, RI
- Projected sq ft
- 19,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of New Shoreham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Town Manager, 16 Old Town Road, Block Island, RI 02807. For questions, contact Shirlyne Gobern.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 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 Shirlyne Gobern at (401) 466-3210. 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: "Statement Preparation (10), Consulting Firm or Collaborative Project Team (25), Project Qualifications and Experience (25), Representative Project Experience (10), Responsiveness and Responsibility (3..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of New Shoreham?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Qualification and Experience Statement, Specifications Exception Form, Addendum Acknowledgement, Certificate of Insurance. 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: Block Island, RI. The total projected area is 19000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.