27-14-PLAN Architectural Services for Critical Repairs to Winter Island Hangar

The City of Salem, Massachusetts is requesting qualifications for architectural services to design critical repairs to the former U.S. Coast Guard Seaplane Hangar at Winter Island, with proposals due September 18, 2026 and a mandatory pre-proposal briefing on August 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM at the hangar site (50 Winter Island Road).

The scope encompasses four phases: structural assessment review, construction document and bid specification development, bid review assistance, and construction oversight for the 1934 Art Deco brick structure. Work includes masonry repointing, roof replacement, and partial chimney demolition, with an estimated construction budget not to exceed $600,000. Proposers must comply with the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works' Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.

Minimum qualifications require a bachelor's degree in architecture or related field with five years of relevant experience (or higher degree), Massachusetts licensure for architects and engineers, demonstrated expertise in historic preservation with five years of experience, and submission of at least three architectural restoration work samples and three professional references. Selection criteria include qualifications, historic preservation experience, public project experience under Massachusetts Chapter 149, project approach, capacity to meet schedule and budget, and client references.

Funding is provided through Community Preservation Act (CPA) and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) allocations. Architectural fees will be negotiated with the selected proposer. The contract is expected to commence October 12, 2026, with construction completion targeted for August 1, 2027. Proposals must include one original and three copies with technical submissions, certifications, and detailed project approach. Interviews are anticipated for the week of September 28, 2026. All project budgets must itemize costs by CSI division and trade, include prevailing wages, and encompass architectural services, construction, base bid, and recommended add-alternates for 2026.