Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #27DPW101D
Design Services for Needham High School HVAC and Roof Upgrades
Posted
August 27, 2026
Respond By
September 17, 2026
Identifier
27DPW101D
NAICS
541310, 541330
This opportunity from the Town of Needham seeks a qualified design team for HVAC and roof upgrades at Needham High School. - Government Buyer: - Town of Needham, Department of Public Works, Building Maintenance Division - Scope of Work: - Comprehensive design services for replacing two rooftop units (RTUs) and a 5,000 sqft roof section - Includes feasibility study, schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration - Cost estimates required at each stage - Team Requirements: - Design team must be led by a mechanical engineer - Must include consultants in architecture, structural engineering, roofing, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, acoustical engineering, and cost estimating - Must meet MBE/WBE participation goals - Technical Requirements: - Evaluate existing RTUs using obsolete R22 refrigerant - Develop at least two schematic options for RTU and roof replacement - Improve energy efficiency to meet current codes - Integrate with Town's StruxureWare building management system - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Multi-disciplinary team - Phased design and construction administration - Compliance with Massachusetts public procurement law (M.G.L. Chapter 7C, Section 44) - Initial phase fee capped at $150,000; eligibility for future phases under negotiated fees - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; designer must review equipment options from various manufacturers - Services Requested: - Design services for HVAC and roof upgrades (1 unit) - Period of Performance: - Initial phase covers schematic design and cost estimating; future phases depend on funding and negotiated fees
Description
The Town of Needham is soliciting qualifications from qualified designers to provide design services for the rooftop unit replacement and roof replacement at Needham High School. The project includes a feasibility study, schematic design options, design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration with cost estimates at each stage. The design team must include multiple disciplines such as mechanical, architectural, structural, roofing, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, acoustical engineering, and cost estimating. The first phase fee is not to exceed $150,000, with potential for future phases under negotiated fees. A pre-bid briefing session is scheduled for September 3, 2026, and the response deadline is September 17, 2026.