RFP for Caretaker/Tenant Mordecai Lincoln Property

The Town of Scituate, Massachusetts, is seeking a qualified caretaker or tenant to occupy and steward the historic Mordecai Lincoln Cottage property located at 62–68 Mordecai Lincoln Rd., Scituate, MA, through a Request for Proposals with solicitation number BD-27-1492-FA135-FA135-132229. The opportunity is structured as a lease agreement, not a federal procurement contract, and does not incorporate any Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses, CLINs, or standard government contracting frameworks. The lease term is one year, with the possibility of two additional one-year renewals by mutual agreement, and rent is set at $2,250 per month during the base period, escalating by 3% annually during any extension term, resulting in a total potential contract value of up to $83,454. The tenant must reside on-site and assume full responsibility for the preservation and maintenance of the circa 1695 main house, 1800 cottage, and 1690 mill, including weekly inspections of buildings and trails, daily exterior security checks, snow and ice removal from designated walkways, upkeep of utilities (plumbing, HVAC, electrical), and ensuring public access from dawn to dusk. No pets, smoking, or hazardous materials are permitted, and no alterations to the property may be made without the Town’s written approval. The tenant is required to obtain renter’s insurance and pay all utilities independently. Proposals must be submitted in two sealed physical envelopes by 10:30 AM EST on September 22, 2026, to the Town Administrator’s Office at 600 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Scituate, MA 02066; electronic, faxed, or digital submissions are not accepted. The technical proposal must include certifications on non-collusion, tax compliance, corporate authority, beneficial ownership disclosures under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 7C, Section 38, and a completed Plan of Services detailing the applicant’s approach to stewardship and maintenance. The price proposal is separate and must use the Town’s provided form. Evaluation is conducted on a best-value trade-off basis, prioritizing experience in property monitoring, historical stewardship, and seasonal maintenance competence over price, with no numerical weighting assigned to criteria. The awardee must be able to interact cordially with visitors and comply fully with all