27OPRMD1 | Facilities Assessments for Collaboratives and Approved Special Ed

The solicitation BD-26-1026-DOE02-DOE01-128788 issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks qualified contractors to conduct a comprehensive assessment of capital needs at educational collaboratives and approved special education schools throughout Massachusetts. The scope focuses on evaluating the current conditions of these facilities, addressing mechanical and structural deficiencies, critical safety issues, and identifying potential requirements for new construction to support enrollment trends. In addition to physical assessments, the contractor must analyze existing funding mechanisms and propose sustainable, long-term capital funding models. Deliverables include a detailed report outlining findings, budget proposals aligned with project phases and fiscal years, timeline estimates, and recommendations that support public release and regulatory compliance, including adherence to Massachusetts building codes, accessibility standards, and relevant federal regulations. Proposals are subject to a rigorous two-tier evaluation process encompassing mandatory pass/fail qualifications and weighted scoring criteria totaling 100 points. Required qualifications emphasize demonstrated experience in educational facility assessments, expertise in architecture and engineering, knowledge of relevant codes and regulations, proficiency in data collection and analysis, project management capabilities, and report-writing skills. Additional scoring factors prioritize a detailed proposal, comprehensive and phased budget, relevant professional experience, supplier diversity program participation, and competitive prompt payment terms. The award decision follows a best-value trade-off approach rather than lowest price, considering diverse aspects such as inclusion of minority-owned business participation under the Supplier Diversity Program. The contract performance will be primarily at collaborative educational sites across Massachusetts, with final acceptance of deliverables conducted at the Department’s office in Everett, MA. Submissions must be electronically uploaded by May 15, 2026, through the COMMBUYS portal, with strict adherence to submission requirements including prior work samples and references. No formal federal contract clauses, defined period of performance, or contract value estimates are provided within the solicitation documents.