Goodnow Library Local History Room Renovation

The Town of Sudbury, Massachusetts, through Middlesex County, has issued a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the Goodnow Library Local History Room Renovation project. The procurement seeks qualified Massachusetts-licensed contractors to perform comprehensive millwork modifications in the Local History Room. Specific deliverables include selective dismantling and removal of existing wood shelving units, followed by furnishing and installing new millwork cabinets and wall paneling that match the existing 1998 shelving configuration and finish. The project requires creating wall paneling that harmonizes with historical paneling in the room and partially enclosing owner-furnished metal flat files and lateral files already on-site. Key procurement dates include document availability starting July 17, 2025, with questions due by July 28, 2025, via email to Facilities@sudbury.ma.us. Quotations are due by 12:00 PM on August 4, 2025, at the Office of the Combined Facilities Director. Potential bidders can view the Local History Room during normal business hours and must submit physical quotations, as electronic submissions will not be accepted.

The RFQ does not explicitly specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or restrict respondents based on specific organizational types. Contractors must be licensed in Massachusetts and demonstrate qualifications aligned with the project's technical requirements. The project budget is targeted at $50,000 or less, with the Town reserving the right to reject any proposals and award the contract based on its best interests. The contract will be awarded following an evaluation of the proposer's qualifications and an acceptable fee structure. Project commencement is anticipated immediately upon contract signing. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the renovation requires careful integration with existing metal file storage and maintaining the historical aesthetic of the Local History Room. Interested contractors should carefully review the RFQ documentation and ensure their proposal meets the specified millwork configuration, finish requirements, and overall project scope.