Boston Transportation Department needs a consultant for planning, public engagement and design for transportation improvements in Roslindale Square and Maverick Square. The objectives are to support small business commercial districts and improve safety, connectivity, and accessibility. Consultant will work with City, local communities, and stakeholders to identify opportunities and develop 25% concept plans for mobility and public realm improvements.

See the City's Supplier Portal at boston.gov/supplier portal #EV00014797

Brockton seeks quotes for a number of tasks related to a proposal from a regional developer to redevelop the former Brockton Fairgrounds for a mixed-use development.  The project would include up to 600,000 sf of industrial space, 1,200 multi-family units with 40,000 sf of ground floor retail space, 30 attached single-family quadplex units, and a 3-acre public park/plaza. To be completed by January 17, 2025.

Tasks include:

1. Fiscal impacts (tax impacts, school impacts
2. Transportation and Mobility
3. Social
4. Opportunities (what is the current and projected demand for various real estate types and given the location, what percentage of that demand could the site absorb; does the current plan property reflect those market conditions; are there opportunities that should be further explored and pursued; etc.)

Contact Rob May, director of Planning and Economic Development at 508-580-7113 or rmay@cobma.us, for information and submission details.

South Hadley is seeking a consultant to assist the Town establish an Affordable Housing Trust under MGL Chapter 44,  Section 55C.  Six-month effort; budget is $30,000.

Request for Proposals available at
https://www.southhadley.org/DocumentCenter/View/13259/South-Hadley-Affordable-Housing-Trust-Consultant-Request-for-Proposals

South Hadley Housing Trust RFP.pdf

Waltham issued RFP for a zoning consultant to review the current Zoning Ordinance and map for possible legal issues, antiquated content and inconsistent standards and recommend amendments to the Ordinance as an interim prior to the adoption of a revised document. Twelve months.

For RFP contact Crystal Philpott at 781-314-3244 or philpott@city.waltham.ma.us

planning_consultant_for_zoning_update_rfp_final_2024.pdf

The Town of Plymouth and Holtec International seek proposals to develop a Master Plan for the 1500+/- acre Holtec Property. The Master Planning process shall involve community consensus building, economic analysis, and preparation of a preferred plan for the property.

Request for Proposals available at www.plymouth-ma.gov/bids.aspx beginning 9/5/24.

MassDOT seeks consultant with ferry operations expertise to study, design and operate a regional network of ferry services to, from and between communities on the Massachusetts coast. MassDOT is working with the MBTA to study the feasibility of expanding ferry service beyond the 5 existing MBTA routes to serve more coastal communities.

Study will develop up to 4 alternatives for ferry service. The options can propose different docks, stopping patterns, and  frequencies for both existing and new ferry services.

See COMMBUYS bid #BD-25-1030-0P100-0P021-105491

OTP Water Transportation Study Scope_Planning Study and Engineering Assessment.pdf

Town of Stoughton invites proposals from firms to update the Town's Open Space and Recreation Plan.

For bid documents contact Fran Bruttaniti at fbruttaniti@stoughton-ma.gov or (781)341-1300

MAPC issued RFQ under the Operational Services Statewide Contract for an  engineering and design consultant to assist MAPC, the City of Chelsea, and the City of Everett conduct an alternatives analysis to identify a preferred alignment or routes from the end of the Chelsea Greenway to Broadway in Everett and on to the Northern Strand Trail. Budget is $84,000.

For RFQ documents contact Travis Pollack at tpollack@mapc.org

Chelsea Everett Greenway Consultant RFQuotes 2024.08_Final-1.pdf

Belmont’s most recent Comprehensive Plan was approved in 2010. It was rejected by Town Meeting and was essentially abandoned.  The Town has produced numerous plans and studies since the last Master Plan that include goals & recommendations that are still relevant and should be incorporated into a new Comprehensive Plan if consistent with community input.  About $200,000; 20 months.

Required Principles and Cross-Cutting Themes

1. Livable Built Environment
2. Harmony with Nature
3. Strong and Resilient Economy
4. Interwoven Equity
5. Healthy Community
6. Responsible Regionalism
7. Sustainability and Climate Resiliency
8. Transparency

RFP and requirements https://www.belmont-ma.gov/planning-board/pages/comprehensive-plan-project 

rfp_comp_plan_belmont_2024.pdf

Boston's Office of Climate Resilience with the Planning Department is committed to addressing the immediate and near-term impacts of climate change, particularly those related to coastal flooding. The City seeks proposals from consultants for a comprehensive technical and benefit-cost analysis and design and implementation guidance for interim flood protection measures in prioritized, low-lying areas. Five-month effort.

For proposal details contact Chris Osgood, director of Climate Resilience, at 617-635-2854 or chris.osgood@boston.gov