The Town of Arlington, acting through its Department of Planning and Community Development, Conservation Commission, and Open Space Committee, is requesting proposals from qualified individuals and firms for Consulting Services to scope and design improvements to Mill Brook and No Name Brook. The chosen Consultant will conduct two feasibility studies (one for each waterway) and likewise develop two related preliminary design concepts. The purpose of this project is to identify needed improvements to the banks of both brooks to protect appurtenant infrastructure while enhancing the ecological and recreational value of the waterways. Special attention shall be given to the climate resilience of the area, particularly regarding stormwater management. The Mill Brook portion of the work includes utilizing a previously developed hydraulic model of Mill Brook to develop 75% design and preliminary bid document preparation, while the deliverable for the No Name Brook portion is a concept design including at least three alternatives, one of which can be no-action. The project budget is $140,750, funded with a combination of two Community Preservation Act awards. The Mill Brook aspect of the project is funded by an award to the Arlington Conservation Commission and the No Name Brook work is funded by an award given to the Open Space Committee.
The Town reserves the right to cancel any request for proposals, and to reject in whole or in part any and all proposals, when it is deemed in the best interests of the Town to do so. For Further Information Contact: David Morgan, 781 316-3012 Email: dmorgan@town.arlington.m The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time Questions about the RFP may be submitted by August 17, 2023.
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