BOSTON CITY HALL HVAC UPGRADES PHASE II

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:

Electrical Work - $3,950,000.00

HVAC - $27,325,000.00

Plumbing - $450,000.00

Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems - $930,000.00

Masonry Work - $149,000.00

Painting - $54,000.00

Roofing and Flashing - $6,400,000.00

Miscellaneous and Ornamental Iron - $300,000.00

The scope of work includes is further detailed in the specifications; Replacement of air handlers at Boston City Hall. Associated mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, painting, masonry, miscellaneous and ornamental iron work. Roof replacement. Renovation of mechanical spaces and shop area.

Schedule accounts for equipment shop drawings and production; and phased work at levels 1, 3, 9, penthouse and roof. Expected contract duration will be for approximately 900 days.

RFQ packets may be obtained on or about June 1, 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: June 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM

PFD expects to complete review of the SOQs received at or approximately July 23, 2026.

SOQs must be received via the aforementioned online portal or submitted in person at the PFD Bid Counter, 26 Court St 1st Floor, Boston, MA 02108 on or before June 23, 2026, at 12:00 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 - Boston City Hall HVAC Upgrades phase II Project # 7032A.

Carleton W. Jones, Executive Director