AD Proj #202509600 Mass State Retirement Board Boston, within a 1. 25 mile radius of 1 Ashburton Pl

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) is soliciting proposals for a ten-year office lease on behalf of the Massachusetts State Retirement Board, seeking approximately 10,400 usable square feet of office and client service space in Boston within a 1.25-mile radius of One Ashburton Place, with proposals due September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The space must accommodate the Board's central administrative office, which serves 70–80 daily visitors and conducts in-person counseling, virtual services, seminars, and webinars. The scope includes staff areas for 99 personnel (102 seats) across executive, management, professional, call center, and IT functions; support areas including copy/print, mail, file storage, and wellness rooms; and client-facing entry and meeting areas with reception counter, waiting areas, and multiple conference rooms. Technical exhibits specify detailed finish and equipment standards, including electrical and data outlet locations, dimmable lighting, accessibility features, and audio-visual coordination. The Commonwealth prefers a fully managed gross lease with all landlord improvements and services included in annual rent; parking requirements include 50 general spaces (some available 24/7/365) and 2 reserved spaces at no cost if available.

DCAMM will conduct site visits for each competitive proposal and may request best and final offers. Evaluation criteria include usable area alignment, location suitability with preference for Smart Location Index scores of 60 or greater and proximity to public transportation, building condition and configuration, daylighting (at least 25 percent window area preferred), and sustainable space utilization emphasizing existing-construction reuse. The Commonwealth prioritizes proposals advancing policy objectives: location in Gateway Cities or environmental justice areas, participation by underrepresented groups, and decarbonization compliance with Executive Order 594, including annual EO-594 surveys throughout the lease term. The target occupancy date is October 2027. Proposers must submit verified floor plans in CAD format, building specifications, evidence of property ownership or control, hazardous-substance remediation certifications, and comprehensive annual rent tables for all ten years. The Commonwealth disclaims liability for proposals based on outdated solicitation versions; proposers are responsible for monitoring CommBuys for modifications prior to submission.