Head Start Bids

Invitation to Bid

For Architectural Services of new Westfield Head Start Site

Community Action Pioneer Valley, Inc. (CAPV) is seeking competitive bids from qualified vendors for the architectural services of a new Head Start site to be located on 6.8 acres at 0 Southampton Road, Westfield, MA.

The “Westfield Head Start” site will consist of approximately 16,000 square feet of Infant/Toddler and Pre-School classrooms, administrative offices, industrial kitchen and approximately 8,000 square feet of outdoor playground space. CAPV intends to utilize a modular construction. Estimated budget is $9.5M.

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SERVICES to be provided would include:

  • Plans and documents to be used in the bidding for construction of the project.
  • Assistance with selection and/or design of furniture, fixtures and equipment.
  • Participation in the review of bids and selection of construction company.
  • Oversight and inspections during construction and approval of the completed project for acceptance.
  • Participation in zoning approvals, historic preservation commission approvals, and similar approval and permitting processes.
  • Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act requirements and similar requirements.
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability consultation and advice.

      SCHEDULE - The tentative schedule for the project is as follows:


      10/28/24 – Solicit proposals from architects.
      11/25/24 - Proposals due from architects.
      11/26/24 and later – Interviews of finalists.
      12/17/24 – Recommendation of selected architect to CAPV Board of Directors.

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      FULL PROPOSAL PACKGE AND/OR PROPERTY INSPECTION. All interested parties should contact Dr. Laura LaBounty to receive by overnight mail a full proposal package or to schedule a time to view and inspect property. Email llabounty@commuityaction.us

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      PROPOSAL SUBMISSION. Three (3) paper copies of the proposal as well as an electronic shared file. (CAPV will provide to you this shared file link to upload to).  The proposal shall be addressed and delivered in a sealed envelope to CAPV 393 Main St. Greenfield, MA 01301 Attn: Dr. Laura LaBounty, Associate Director of Operations.  Proposals will be received until 4:00 p.m. (EST) on 11/25/24. Any bid received after that time and date will not be opened or considered and will be returned to the bidder.