Site work and new construction of a transportation facility in East Taunton, Massachusetts. Working plans call for the construction of a 1,282-square-foot transportation facility; and for site work for a transportation facility.

**As of March 24, 2022, there were no bids received, no information for the rebid.** The Taunton Airport Commission, a Municipal Airport Commission established in accordance with Mass. Gen. L. c. 90 sec. 51E, is soliciting proposals from interested, qualified parties to lease space within the new Taunton Municipal Airport Administration Building, to establish and operate a restaurant. The leased space consists of approximately 1,282 square feet for a restaurant area, kitchen, utilities, storage, and includes a paved area directly outside the service door. In addition, the successful proposer shall be permitted to use a patio area in common with the public. There is shared parking for approximately 79 vehicles (5 handicapped spots) and shared handicapped-accessible restrooms. A ten-year lease with a ten-year option to renew is being considered, commencing within ninety (90) days after the issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for the new Municipal Airport Administration Building. This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the provisions of Mass. Gen. L., 30B c 12(b) and all lease documents must be strictly awarded in accordance with the requirements of the Request for Proposals regarding Real Property Transactions. An award will be made within forty-five (45) days of the Taunton Municipal. Airport Commission's approval and lease negotiations will begin at that time with the selected Proposer. Proposers are NOT to contact the members of the Taunton Airport Commission concerning potential or actual proposals and that any inquiries on these matters shall be addressed to the Confidential Legal Assistant Law Department person, Shannon Valentino at Svalentino@taunton-ma.gov. RFP proposal packages will be available via email. The Taunton Airport Commission reserves the tight to reject any or all proposals, to waive minor informalities or technical deficiencies, or allow the proposer to correct them. The Taunton Airport Commission also reserves the right to reject any proposal if it is in the best interests of the City of Taunton or Taunton Airport Commission. The Taunton Airport Commission also reserves the right to negotiate the terms and conditions of any proposal leading to execution of a contract. The Proposer will need to finish all plumbing, electrical, lighting, and HVAC to adequately supply the Proposer's desired build out. All stub ups and drains will be placed in compliance with the Restaurant/Kitchen Layout (Attachment D). The interior walls will be primed to a final finish with electrical wall outlets installed per local code. The ceiling is vaulted with fire protection sensors and sprinklers. The successful Proposer will be responsible to purchase and maintain all equipment, and furnishings required, including HVAC unit(s), Ansul Systems, hot water heater and lighting to finish the build-out. Any fixtures or permanent equipment i.e., range hoods will become the property ofthe airport at the end ofthe restaurant's lease. The Proposer will be responsible for obtaining all permits as well as the certificate of occupancy for the restaurant. An in-person Pre-Bid Conference or Virtual Site Conference can take place as needed on the time and date mutually agreed upon with the Taunton Municipal Airport Manager at 2 Westcoat Drive, East Taunton MA, 02718.