RFQ, design services for a new Senior Center

The contract pertains to a Request for Qualifications issued by the Town of Northbridge, Massachusetts, seeking design services for a new Senior Center. The scope includes schematic design, design development, construction documents, contractor prequalification, and bidding support. The solicitation, posted on September 4, 2025, with a submission deadline of September 18, 2025, is governed by Massachusetts' designer selection law (M.G.L. c. 7C, §§44-58). The project budget ranges from approximately $500,000 to $1,500,000, and proposals must be submitted to the Town Manager/Chief Procurement Officer at the specified address. The RFQ emphasizes compliance with state law, and the Town reserves the right to reject proposals, waive minor irregularities, or cancel the process if deemed in its best interest. The documentation references a single attachment, "Appendix A: Required Architect/OPM Application Form," with no other supporting materials or detailed specifications provided. The procurement process does not specify federal contract clauses, and no federal FAR clauses are incorporated. There are no explicit provisions related to packaging, marking, evaluation criteria, or detailed contract administration procedures within the available documents. The process is primarily managed through the RFQ, with key contacts including Jamie Luchini for inquiries. Overall, the contract centers on selecting qualified design professionals under Massachusetts law, with procedural flexibility reserved by the Town, and minimal detailed contractual or administrative requirements outlined in the current documentation.