Town of Somers - Adaptive Reuse of the (Former) Village Players Building - RFP 2026
Town of SomersCity · Somers, CT- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 24, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Somers is seeking proposals for the adaptive reuse of the former Village Players Building, located at 55 School Street, Somers, CT 06071 within Mill Pond Park. The facility consists of approximately 2,200 square feet on a 1.51-acre site featuring a parking lot, boat launch, fishing areas, and adjacent playgrounds. The Town solicits conceptual narratives, proposed building and land uses, remodeling timelines, financial projections, feasibility plans, and details on financial benefits and utility management. A building tour is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Proposals are due by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to the Somers Town Clerk. Evaluation criteria include proposed building use, community benefit, and financial means to maintain the property over time.
Proposed use(s) of the building, Benefit of the proposed use to the community, Financial means of the proposer(s) to maintain and care for the building over time, Other factors affecting the best interest of the community
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Summary
The Town of Somers is seeking proposals for the adaptive reuse of the former Village Players Building, located at 55 School Street, Somers, CT 06071 within Mill Pond Park.
The facility consists of approximately 2,200 square feet on a 1.51-acre site featuring a parking lot, boat launch, fishing areas, and adjacent playgrounds. The Town solicits conceptual narratives, proposed building and land uses, remodeling timelines, financial projections, feasibility plans, and details on financial benefits and utility management. A building tour is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Proposals are due by Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to the Somers Town Clerk. Evaluation criteria include proposed building use, community benefit, and financial means to maintain the property over time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposed use(s) of the building, Benefit of the proposed use to the community, Financial means of the proposer(s) to maintain and care for the building over time, Other factors affecting the best interest of the community
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Resumes, examples of other successful completed projects
- Submit to
- Somers Town Clerk, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071
- Scope location
- Somers, CT
- Projected sq ft
- 2,200 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Somers?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Somers Town Clerk, 600 Main Street, Somers, CT 06071.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Somers in CT, 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.
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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: "Proposed use(s) of the building, Benefit of the proposed use to the community, Financial means of the proposer(s) to maintain and care for the building over time, Other factors affecting the best inte..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Somers?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Somers are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Somers 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: Resumes, examples of other successful completed projects. Review the full document from Town of Somers for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somers, CT. The total projected area is 2200 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.