PRF69 RFQ for Phase II of the Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area Culvert Removal Project

The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is seeking an engineering firm to execute Phase II of the Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area Culvert Removal Project, aimed at restoring aquatic connectivity in Stump Brook by removing two abandoned culverts located at precise GPS coordinates within the Halifax, MA site. The scope requires comprehensive hydraulic analysis, final design documentation in both AutoCAD and PDF formats, detailed construction planning that includes erosion control, dewatering strategies, and bank restoration, along with the drafting and submission of multiple environmental permits under state and federal regulations, including the Wetlands Protection Act, Section 401 and 404 permits, MEPA, MESA, and Federal ESA. All work must comply with state-specific standards under PRF69, a statewide contracting vehicle, and deliverables must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS, with final reports and drawings in PDF and AutoCAD formats as mandatory requirements. The project must be completed by June 30, 2027, and the contractor is responsible for securing all regulatory approvals, with permit submissions requiring internal DMF review prior to official filing. The estimated contract value is $74,750, with payment contingent upon electronic invoicing through COMMBUYS and a mandatory 10% retainage withheld until full acceptance of all deliverables and regulatory compliance. Proposals will be evaluated on a trade-off basis across five weighted factors: past experience with similar culvert removals and project area familiarity (10 points), demonstrated understanding and approach to technical tasks (10 points), total cost of performance (10 points), qualified staffing and level of effort (5 points), and commitment to the proposed timeline (5 points), for a total possible score of 40 points. Respondents must disclose proposed personnel and ensure their qualifications align with the tasks, as staffing is a scored criterion. No federal FAR clauses apply, as this is a state procurement, and there are no formal contract clauses, markings, packaging, or labor compliance certifications specified beyond adherence to state fiscal policies. All submissions must be delivered via COMMBUYS by May 13, 2026, and only PDF and AutoCAD formats are accepted for deliverables, with no page limits imposed but an expectation of concise, complete technical documentation.