Town of Winchester Winsted Fire Department Feasibility Study RFP 2026
Town of WinchesterCity · Winsted, CT- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Paul Harrington
The 30-second brief
The Town of Winchester is seeking proposals from qualified Architectural/Engineering (A/E) firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for a proposed 2-story addition to the Winsted Fire Department headquarters at 27 Elm Street. The study must comply with USDA requirements and include programming, existing facility and site analysis, schematic design (including an apparatus bay for an aerial ladder truck and administrative offices), site constraints evaluation, and operational recommendations. The selected firm will also provide an Opinion of Probable Construction Cost, annual operating/maintenance estimates, and a final feasibility report to support state and federal funding applications. A pre-proposal site walk is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 10:00am EST at Station #1. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, at 10:00am EST.
Conceptual site plans, Floor plans, Building elevations, Schematic renderings, Opinion of Probable Construction Cost, Final Feasibility Study Report
Proposer Qualifications and Experience, Quality of the Proposed Work, Financial Costs, Detailed Response
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Summary
The Town of Winchester is seeking proposals from qualified Architectural/Engineering (A/E) firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for a proposed 2-story addition to the Winsted Fire Department headquarters at 27 Elm Street.
The study must comply with USDA requirements and include programming, existing facility and site analysis, schematic design (including an apparatus bay for an aerial ladder truck and administrative offices), site constraints evaluation, and operational recommendations. The selected firm will also provide an Opinion of Probable Construction Cost, annual operating/maintenance estimates, and a final feasibility report to support state and federal funding applications. A pre-proposal site walk is scheduled for September 14, 2026, at 10:00am EST at Station #1. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026, at 10:00am EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Proposer Qualifications and Experience
- Quality of the Proposed Work
- Financial Costs
- Detailed Response
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Conceptual site plans
- Floor plans
- Building elevations
- Schematic renderings
- Opinion of Probable Construction Cost
- Final Feasibility Study Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Firm Profile
- Scope of Services
- Price Proposal
- References
- Submit to
- Winchester Town Hall, 338 Main Street, Winsted, CT 06098
- Scope location
- Winsted, CT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Winchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: Winchester Town Hall, 338 Main Street, Winsted, CT 06098. For questions, contact Paul Harrington.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Winchester 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.
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 Paul Harrington. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Conceptual site plans, Floor plans, Building elevations, Schematic renderings, Opinion of Probable Construction Cost, Final Feasibility Study Report. 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: "Proposer Qualifications and Experience, Quality of the Proposed Work, Financial Costs, Detailed Response" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Winchester?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Winchester are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Winchester 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: Firm Profile, Scope of Services, Price Proposal, References. Review the full document from Town of Winchester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winsted, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.