When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $100,000.

It was issued by Town Of West Springfield. The work is located in West Springfield, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Architecture and engineering firm experienced in public school and educational facility projects. Demonstrated expertise in secure, climate-controlled building connections and entrance renovations. Capability to deliver phased design documents, MEP/FP coordination, and construction estimates. Experienced construction administration team able to perform bi-weekly site observations and field reporting. Familiarity with public-sector procurement, bidding, contractor RFI coordination, and Massachusetts building requirements.

Tatham Connector Design and Construction Administration Services (Due September 2, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

West Springfield, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: August 8, 2026Deadline: September 2, 2026

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SUMMARY

Architectural and engineering services are sought to design a secure connector between Tatham Elementary School and adjacent modular classrooms, along with construction administration. Responsibilities include phased design development, cost estimating, site observation, field reporting, and contractor RFI responses.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a registered engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in providing designer services related to public projects in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Must have a thorough knowledge of the Massachusetts State Building Code, Massachusetts Architectural Access Board, and the Americans With Disabilities Act
Must have a thorough knowledge of all public bidding laws, including M.G.L. Chapter 149, Section 44A-1/2
Must carry professional malpractice and/or errors and omissions insurance with limits of at least $1,000,000 per claim and $3,000,000 aggregate
Must carry general liability and motor vehicle insurance policies listing the Town as additionally insured in the amount of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate
Must attend mandatory site walkthrough on August 18th, 2026

BUDGET

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$100,000

TIMELINE

Mandatory site walkthrough: August 18th, 2026

Questions due: August 24th, 2026

Proposals due: September 2nd, 2026

Interviews: October 2026

Final bid documents delivery: January 15th, 2027

Construction start: June 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 24, 2026

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Issuing Agency

Town Of West Springfield

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Springfield, Massachusetts is seeking architects and engineers to provide design and construction administration services for a new connector building at Tatham Elementary School. The project will create a secure, fully enclosed, climate-controlled physical connection between the existing school back entrance and adjacent modular classrooms, and may include renovations to the main entrance.

The selected design team will conduct site visits to document existing conditions; develop conceptual layout options; prepare construction estimates; and produce design documents in incremental phases, including Schematic Design at 25%, Design Development at 50%, and Final Bid Documents at 100%. Deliverables will include architectural layouts, initial architectural finishes, MEP/FP design, floor plans, elevations, reflected ceiling plans, and mechanical, electrical, and plumbing layouts.

During construction, the selected firm will conduct bi-weekly site visits to observe progress and workmanship, issue written field reports documenting progress and deviations from the design package, track corrective actions, and coordinate, review, and promptly respond to contractor requests for information. A mandatory pre-bid walkthrough is scheduled for August 18, 2026, and questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 2, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 24, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $100,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Town Of West Springfield. The work is located in West Springfield, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Architecture and engineering firm experienced in public school and educational facility projects
Demonstrated expertise in secure, climate-controlled building connections and entrance renovations
Capability to deliver phased design documents, MEP/FP coordination, and construction estimates
Experienced construction administration team able to perform bi-weekly site observations and field reporting
Familiarity with public-sector procurement, bidding, contractor RFI coordination, and Massachusetts building requirements

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