Design Services for NHS HVAC Roof Upgrades RFQ - 27DPW101D

The Town of Needham is seeking qualified engineering and design firms to conduct a feasibility study and provide design services for the replacement of two rooftop HVAC units (RTUs) and the associated roof section at Needham High School. The effort is divided into three phases: Phase I (Schematic Design & options study, capped at $150,000), Phase II (Design Development & Construction Documents), and Phase III (Construction Administration and warranty review). The selected firm will lead a multidisciplinary team (mechanical, architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, acoustical, and cost estimating) and must deliver two schematic design options, cost estimates, code reviews, and a life‑cycle cost analysis. The study must be completed by February 2027, with a briefing session on September 3 2026 and a submission deadline of October 1 2026. • Scope: Feasibility study, schematic design options, cost estimating, code compliance, energy‑efficiency analysis, roof replacement design. • Deliverables: Two schematic design options, detailed cost estimates, construction schedule, life‑cycle cost analysis, final schematic design report. • Team requirements: Mechanical Engineer lead plus architecture, structural, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, acoustical, and cost consultants. • Budget: Phase I fee not to exceed $150,000; later phases negotiated. • Timeline: RFQ released 8/27/2026, briefing 9/3/2026, questions due 9/11/2026, qualifications due 9/17/2026, award expected before 10/1/2026, Phase I study completed by Feb 2027.