PFD – CITY HALL PLAZA RENOVATIONS PHASE 1 & 2

This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is the first part of a two step process. Based on the SOQs received in this Phase I, The Awarding Authority will select respondents it deems to be prequalified in accordance with the criteria set forth in the RFQ. In Phase II, the prequalified respondents will be invited to submit bids in response to an IFB which the Awarding Authority anticipates to be issued shortly following the qualifications process. Only contractors prequalified for this project in Phase I will be permitted to submit bids in Phase II. Along with their SOQ, submissions should include the required DCAMM Certificate, DCAMM Update Statement, and Commitment Letter. Please see the RFQ package for detailed information on all RFQ submission requirements, scope of work, and project team information.

Noted below are the sub-trades and estimated costs for which the SOQ are being requested:

Masonry - $5,917,133.00

Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron - $286,740.00 Waterproofing, Damp-proofing, and Caulking - $2,607,805.00 Painting - $42,591.00

Fire Protection - $153,896.00

Plumbing - $898,660.00

HVAC - $270,528.00

Electrical - $922,337.00

The scope of work includes is further detailed in the specifications; South Plaza Only Improvements on the South Plaza/Congress St stairs including surface, structural, waterproofing, lighting, etc.

Repairs and improvements within lower-level MEP spaces and garage.

RFQ packets may be obtained on or about March 2, 2026, through the online bidding portal. Documents are also available by requesting access through bid.info@boston.gov  

Online submissions will be accepted via the Trimble Unity Construct (formerly E-Builder) online bidding portal. Access the bidding portal for this procurement through our landing page here tinyurl.com/boston-pfd-bids Deadline for questions: March 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM

 PFD expects to complete review of the SOQs received at or approximately May 1, 2026

The project is anticipated to start Summer 2026. Expected contract duration will be for approximately 600 days.

SOQs must be received via the aforementioned online portal or submitted in person at the PFD Bid Counter, 26 Court St 1^st Floor, Boston, MA 02108 on or before March 25, 2026, at 1:00 PM (EST).

In person submissions of completed SOQ packages (one copy and two flash drives) must be clearly identified on the outside of the envelope with the project title: PFD - City Hall Plaza Renovation Phase 1 & 2 Project # 7140.

Carleton W. Jones, Director