KS-26-03 Tax Consultant for the Killam Elementary School (KES) Project

The Town of Reading, Massachusetts is seeking a Tax Consultant for Contract No. KS-26-03, specifically to support the Killam Elementary School (KES) Project. The primary objective is to identify and obtain all design and construction-related tax deductions, credits, and incentives applicable to the new school construction project. Proposers must register to be added to the bidder's list and submit proposals via email to Colliers Project Leaders by 1:00 P.M. on Monday, December 15, 2025, with late submissions being ineligible. Contract documents will be available for download from the Town's website starting Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 10:00 A.M. Compensation will be based on rates quoted by the successful proposer, with provisions for overtime pay for services exceeding 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday. Proposers must also indicate any premium charges for weekend or holiday work and include all general and administrative costs, including travel, in their submitted rates.

The contract will be awarded under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B, with a unique procurement approach that exempts the service from standard bidding laws. The Town reserves significant discretion in the selection process, including the right to negotiate price and terms with the selected proposer and the ability to reject any or all proposals based on the Town Manager's assessment of the Town's best interests. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the procurement appears open to qualified tax consultants with expertise in educational construction tax incentives. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range or award value, leaving room for negotiation based on the proposed rates and scope of services. Potential proposers should carefully review the full RFP documentation and be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of tax strategies specific to school construction projects.