The City of Westfield seeks proposals to develop a Comprehensive Master Plan for the City of Westfield consistent with the requirements under MGL Chapter 41, Section 81D.

The City needs to update its functionally obsolete 1962 Master Plan. Designated as a “Gateway City” and home to over 40,000 individuals, it the fourth most populous Massachusetts municipality west of Worcester. At 47 sq. mi., Westfield is the Commonwealth’s third largest city in land area.

The final scope of work will be negotiated with selected consultant, incorporating accepted aspects of the proposal. The key outcomes will be a citywide, long-range/generational plan that articulates a vision and goals for the continuing development of the City, establishes a framework for ongoing and more detailed planning efforts, and prioritizes and coordinates city actions over the short- mid- and long-term.  The City anticipates pursing a future zoning overhaul based on the Master Plan effort.

RFP may be obtained from the City of Westfield 59 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085, Monday through Friday 9 am to 5 pm; t.tefft@cityofwestfield.org; 413-572-6254.

https://www.cityofwestfield.org/bids.aspx

Hingham, through the Hingham Harbor Development Committee and the Hingham Bathing Beach Trustees, seeks proposals to update its 2007 Harbor Master Plan.

See https://www.hingham-ma.gov/bids 

The City of Medford, though its Office of Planning, Development, and Sustainability, is seeking proposals for architecture, urban design, consulting and project management services for projects through the City's Small Business Façade Improvement Program (FIP). Hard copy proposals will not be accepted by BidNetDirect.com. This project is being Electronically Bid (E-bid).

You can register to become a proposer online at www.BidNetDirect.com. For assistance, contact BidNetDirect.com at 800-835-4603. Request for Qualification Documents available online at https://www.bidnetdirect.com/massachusetts/cityofmedford.

All questions must be submitted to bidnetdirect.com by 2/1/22 @ 5:00 p.m.

MAPC is looking for proposals from qualified Respondents to provide improvements to an existing land use allocation modeling tool. MAPC will be the awarding authority. Proposals will be evaluated against quality requirements and evaluation criteria in the RFP and price. Those Respondents identified as being responsible and responsive and offering the most advantageous proposals against these factors will be awarded contracts.

Contact jpartridge@mapc.org

Prepare a Transit Oriented Development Plan (TOD-SP) for the Gallagher Station. The proposed Specific Plan should promote revenue generating commercial and high density residential land uses, alternative transportation options, open space and entertainment/recreational amenities.  Due Tues., Jan. 18, 2022.

https://www.lowellma.gov/bids.aspx

Lowell Transit Development Plan rfp.doc

The Lowell Housing Authority is seeing proposals from qualified organizations to provide consulting services in a variety of areas within affordable and public housing. Due January 20.

Download RFP at www.lhma.org/bids 

Fitchburg is seeking proposals from planning and environmental individuals/firms to prepare Open Space and Recreation Plans in accordance with guidelines and requirements from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Division of Conservation Services. Consultant, in coordination with CDP staff and members of the Open Space Plan Update Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee), will prepare updated Plan that meets all requirements and provides a tool for the City when making conservation and recreation decisions.

Proposals will be received at the office of Chief Procurement Officer, Fitchburg Municipal Offices, 718 Main St., Ste. 208, Fitchburg until Jan. 11, 2022, at 11:00 am.

RFP available at www.fitchburgma.gov under Business Tab/Bid Opportunities.

The Town of Hingham seeks proposals from individuals or firms for the development of a Community Climate Action Plan. Due Dec. 21.

See https://www.hingham-ma.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=80 for RFP or Kathleen Reilly at reillyk@hingham-ma.gov with questions.

The City of Lynn Planning Department seeks proposals to develop a citywide comprehensive plan in accordance with MGL c.41 § 81D. The City  has appropriated $250,000 for the development of Vision Lynn. The total covers the scope of work & additional expenses (which may include stipends to local organizations to assist with community engagement, meeting materials or translation).  Plan is expected to be completed within 18 months.

RFP available via email/mail by contacting the purchasing department at 781-586-6893 or by email at purchasing@lynnma.gov.

Watertown is soliciting proposals from firms with considerable experience in community design, land use planning, transportation, economic analysis, and citizen involvement/ participation. This plan will provide a foundation for future land use planning, development regulation, and capital improvement planning. The Plan will contain a range of elements with specific emphasis on 1) land use, 2) economic development, 3) transportation, circulation and parking and 4) open space and recreation. The Plan will define a community-based vision created through broad and inclusive public participation. One of the most critical components of the plan process will be community engagement.  Due Dec. 13.

RFP available by e-mail request: purchasing@watertown-ma.gov