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REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) ADVERTISEMENT

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PUBLIC FACILITIES DEPARTMENT (PFD)

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

PFD – 201 RIVERMOOR STREET

Project No. 7253 M.G.L. c. 149, § 44D ½ and 44D ¾

CONTACT INFORMATION

PFD Bid Counter 617-635-4809 Bid.info@boston.gov

Pursuant to M.G.L. c.149, sections 44D ½ and 44D ¾, the City of Boston acting by its Public Facilities Commission, through its Director of the Public Facilities Department (PFD), hereinafter referred to as the Awarding Authority, hereby requests statements of qualifications (SOQ) to prequalify subcontractors for the above-entitled project with a construction estimate of $14,464,434.00.

This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is the first part of a two step process. Based on the SOQs received in this Phase I, The Awarding Authority will select respondents it deems to be prequalified in accordance with the criteria set forth in the RFQ. In Phase II, the prequalified respondents will be invited to submit bids in response to an IFB which the Awarding Authority anticipates to be issued shortly following the qualifications process. Only contractors prequalified for this project in Phase I will be permitted to submit bids in Phase II. Along with their SOQ, submissions should include the required DCAMM Certificate, DCAMM Update Statement, and Commitment Letter. Please see the RFQ package for detailed information on all RFQ submission requirements, scope of work, and project team information.

Noted below are the sub-trades and estimated costs for which the SOQ are being requested:

Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron - $25,000.00 Roofing and Flashing - $1,600,000.00

Per M.G.L. c. 149 § 44D¾, please note PFD has already conducted one round of prequalification for the above category/categories. Fewer than three contractors were prequalified. Accordingly, submissions are being requested again as part of a second round of solicitation.

The scope of work includes is further detailed in the specifications; The project scope will include the installation of high-density (HD) shelving within Space 146, along with all related improvements necessary to accommodate the new system. The work will also include the provision and installation of a loading dock lift, including any associated improvements required to support its operation. In addition, project-related signage will be installed as needed to address wayfinding and code compliance requirements. The scope further includes the replacement of a portion of the roof area above Room 146, including all associated demolition, repairs, and integration with the existing roofing system.

RFQ packets may be obtained on or about July 6, 2026 through the online bidding portal. Documents are also available by requesting access through bid.info@boston.gov. Online submissions will be accepted via the Trimble Unity Construct (formerly E-Builder) online bidding portal. Access the bidding portal for this procurement through our landing page here tinyurl.com/boston-pfd-bids

Deadline for questions: July 21, 2026 at 12:00 PM

PFD expects to complete review of the SOQs received at or approximately August 29, 2026

The project schedule is structured to begin construction in early September, with roofing activities continuing through late October, while slab preparation, fire protection, and electrical work commence simultaneously and proceed uninterrupted through late December.

Shelving procurement and installation are planned to occur from early September through late January to account for shop drawings, fabrication, and delivery, with installation of shelving occurring from late January through late February. Project closeout activities begin with commissioning throughout March, with collections returning in April 2027, marking the final phase of the project. Expected contract duration will be for approximately 30-40 weeks.

SOQs must be received via the aforementioned online portal or submitted in person at the PFD Bid Counter, 26 Court St 1st Floor, Boston, MA 02108 on or before July 29, 2026 at 12:00

PM (EST).

In person submissions of completed SOQ packages (one copy and two flash drives) must be clearly identified on the outside of the envelope with the project title: PFD - 201 Rivermoor Street Project # 7253.

Carleton W. Jones, Executive Director (July 6, July 13, 2026)