Mass. EOHLC seeks consultant for implementation-oriented technical assistance to Seasonal Communities (“SC”s) that 1) have accepted their SC designation and are working towards implementation; 2) have not yet accepted their SC designation but are considering acceptance; and 3) have not been designated a SC but are interested in pursuing designation.

Consultant will provide planning and process support, help communities assess options and organize implementation steps, and connect communities to additional resources. The work is expected to include regular and in-person field presence in SCs, particularly in the Berkshires, Cape Cod, and the Islands, together with remote support. Budget is $175,000 and work runs through June 30, 2027. Restricted to those with PRF76 Statewide Contract.

For RFQ see COMMBUYS bid BD-27-1076-OCDDE-CS002-134365

Mass. Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks Equity Partners, dynamic and committed individuals, to help MVP communities embed environmental justice, equity, and community engagement in the decision-making process, development, and implementation of a climate resilience Seed Project.

Selected partners could be 1) organizations, 2) sole proprietors or 3) individuals. For the MVP 2.0 Program, the Equity Partner will collaborate with the Planning Vendor to support a Core Team of municipal staff and Community Liaisons (individuals who have deep connections to EJ communities and other priority populations within their communities), through several steps of the MVP 2.0 program. Equity Partners will provide equity training, guidance, and direct support to this Core Team.

For RFR see COMMBUYS bid number BD-27-1042-ENV-ENV01-133468

Weymouth needs a consultant to evaluate potential District Improvement Financing districts and advise Town on whether, where, and how to advance one or more district.

For RFP see procurement@weymouth.ma.us

MRPC issued an RFP for "conducting public survey and design of the Montachusett Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)."  Work with MRPC staff to develop and host a survey and do survey analysis to inform the RTP.  Also, work with MRPC staff to develop an RTP design template and visuals to be used for the final plan.

For RFP contact Brian Doherty at bdoherty@mrpc.org 

Winchester seeks professional services the reconstruction of Symmes Corner (25% design).

For RFP contact Bryian Wyncoop at bwyncoop@winchester.us 

Pioneer Valley Planning Commission issued an RFP for a consultant for a regional housing and transportation study. Budget is $100,000.

For RFP contact Sue Ortiz at sortiz@pvpc.org

Salem seeks consultant for feasibility study to evaluate future use options for the inactive rail corridor connecting Danvers, Peabody and Salem and to establish a shared, implementable vision for its long-term future. Budget is $750,000; duration is about two years.

For RFP see www.salemma.gov/bids 

Oak Bluffs issued RFP for consultant to prepare a practical, implementable five-year Economic Development Action Plan. Consultant will work with the Council, Town officials, local businesses, residents, workers, property owners, regional partners, and community organizations to identify priority actions that strengthen the Oak Bluffs economy year-round. 

For RFP contact the Procurement Office at 508-693-3554, ext. 113 or email Wendy Brough at wbrough@oakbluffsma.gov

Yarmouth seeks consultant to provide planning, landscape architecture, engineering, and urban design services for the feasibility study, conceptual design, and cost estimates for a Town Common at Simpkins Field in So. Yarmouth.

For RFP will be available at the Town of Yarmouth website at https://yarmouth.ma.us/bids.aspx

Springfield seeks a consultant for forestry and natural resource planning services for its Urban Woodland Management Plans for three city parks. Budget is $200,000.

For RFP see city website www.springfieldcityhall.com "during normal business hours."