About this opportunity
AI summaryThe Central Massachusetts Regional 911 District seeks a qualified Owner’s Project Manager to represent its interests in managing the design and construction of the Central Massachusetts Regional Emergency Communication Center. The selected firm will deliver leadership, technical expertise, project controls, budget oversight, procurement assistance, construction administration, technology coordination, commissioning oversight, and occupancy planning for a total estimated project cost of $15 million to $35 million. Eligible applicants must be registered Commonwealth architects or professional engineers with at least five to seven years of experience in the construction and supervision of buildings, remaining fully independent from the designer. Proposers may submit responses digitally via email or online, and inquiries must be submitted in writing by November 10, 2026. The District will evaluate and rank respondents using stated evaluation criteria, conduct interviews with finalists, and negotiate a fee with the highest-ranking firm not to exceed $175,000. Services begin immediately after award, and proposals must remain firm for ninety days following opening.
Buyer and opportunity details
- Client
- Central Massachusetts Regional 911 District
- Solicitation No.
- 26-003
Scope of work
- Manage design and construction phases while protecting District interests
- Provide design input, quality review, and logistical planning
- Maintain master project schedule and cost controls
- Hire cost estimating consultant and prepare detailed itemized cost estimates
- Assist with procurement and bidding compliance
- Provide Clerk-of-the-Works during active construction phase
- Oversee construction submittals, RFIs, and pay requisitions
- Monitor project closeout, punch list items, and record documents
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Proposal format and requirements | Not specified |
| Previous Project Experience (Tab B) | Not specified |
| Reference checks | Not specified |
| Team qualifications and experience | Not specified |
| Interview format and evaluation criteria | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- Registered Massachusetts architect or professional engineer with at least 5 years construction and supervision experience, or 7 years supervisory experience if not registered
- Entity engaged in providing project management services for construction and supervision of buildings
- Independent of the designer, general contractor, or any sub-contractor involved in the project
- Thorough knowledge of Massachusetts State Building Code and public building construction laws and regulations
- Massachusetts professional registration and licensing in all applicable disciplines
- Maintain sufficient levels of skilled staff to complete project in acceptable time frame
- Evidence of at least $2.0 million professional liability insurance policy currently in place
Documents to include with your response
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Tax Certification
- Statement on MGL and Building Code
- Form of OPM Service Contract
- Certification of Good Faith
- Certificate of State Tax Compliance
- Clerk's Certificate
- Contract Checklist
Key dates
- RFQ package available
- Monday, November 2, 2026
- Written questions/RFI due from potential proposers
- Tuesday, November 10, 2026
- Proposals due
- 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 17, 2026
- Committee review and evaluation of proposals
- December 4, 2026
- Negotiations and contract award
- January 4 -11, 2027
- Projected timeline for design phase
- February 2027 – April 2027
- Construction phase beginning
- May – July 2027
- Completion targeted
- 2028
How to submit
- Method
- Sealed hard copy or electronic email
- Instructions
- Submit sealed proposals to Central Massachusetts Regional 911 District, Attn: Procurement Officer, 234 Main St., Rutland, MA 01543, or email to [email protected]. Packages must follow specific tabbing and page limits per section, excluding fee proposals.
Contract details
- Term
- 2- 2.5 Years
- Estimated value
- $175,000
- Place of performance
- Rutland, MA
- Insurance and bonding
- Professional Liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence/$3,000,000 aggregate (or $2,000,000/$2,000,000); Workers' Compensation statutory coverage with Employers' Liability not less than $500,000; General Liability $1,000,000 per occurrence/$3,000,000 aggregate; Auto Liability not less than $1,000,000; Umbrella Liability of $2,000,000 to $3,000,000 aggregate. District/Town named as Additional Insured.
- Funding
- Federally Required Contract Clauses / grant funds