Public Notices
Request for Proposals
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
RFP #2026-02
PUBLIC BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT STUDY (Rebid)
The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide a strategic municipal organizational assessment and design of the City’s Public Buildings Department functions and processes. Qualified individuals/firms are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within this Request for Proposals (RFP).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on November 19, 2025 at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown-ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
The City of Watertown will accept proposals delivered in person or by mail, only. All proposals must be received by 10:30 a.m. on Thursday December 11, 2025, to be considered. Proposals submitted by fax or by electronic mail will not be considered. All proposals must be submitted to the City of Watertown Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown MA 02472.
Each Proposal shall be submitted in accordance with the Submission Requirements within the RFP and M.G.L. c. 30B, §6 shall apply to this project. It is the responsibility of prospective proposers to check the City of Watertown Procurement Website for new information via any addenda to this solicitation. Any addenda issued will be emailed to all plan holders registered with the city.
The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept any proposal, in whole or in part, to reject any/or all proposals and to waive minor irregularities and/or informalities as it deems to be in the best interest of the City. The city is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Request for Proposals
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
RFP #2026-02
PUBLIC BUILDINGS DEPARTMENT STUDY (Rebid)
The City of Watertown (MA) invites proposals from qualified individuals/firms to provide a strategic municipal organizational assessment and design of the City’s Public Buildings Department functions and processes. Qualified individuals/firms are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within this Request for Proposals (RFP).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on November 19, 2025 at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown-ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
The City of Watertown will accept proposals delivered in person or by mail, only. All proposals must be received by 10:30 a.m. on Thursday December 11, 2025, to be considered. Proposals submitted by fax or by electronic mail will not be considered. All proposals must be submitted to the City of Watertown Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown MA 02472.
Each Proposal shall be submitted in accordance with the Submission Requirements within the RFP and M.G.L. c. 30B, §6 shall apply to this project. It is the responsibility of prospective proposers to check the City of Watertown Procurement Website for new information via any addenda to this solicitation. Any addenda issued will be emailed to all plan holders registered with the city.
The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept any proposal, in whole or in part, to reject any/or all proposals and to waive minor irregularities and/or informalities as it deems to be in the best interest of the City. The city is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Legal Notice
The City Council of Watertown hereby gives notice of a public hearing and vote to be held on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Richard Mastrangelo Chamber Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA and online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on the following proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 City Budget:
The Fiscal Year 2026 Revenues and Expenditures will each be increased by $1,465,308. Therefore, the revised Fiscal Year 2026 Revenues and Expenditures would be $227,198,539
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this public hearing. A copy of the proposed budget amendment is available for inspection at the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov.
Public Notice
Watertown Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing: Wednesday, December 17, 2025, with the meeting starting at 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA in-person with remote access link on the agenda 48 hours prior to the meeting. The Planning Board is scheduled to hold a public meeting on Wednesday, December 3, at 7:00 p.m. to make an advisory recommendation to the Zoning Board of Appeals for the following case at 72 Mt Auburn St.
72 Mt Auburn St- 72 Mt Auburn St LLC request a Special Permit/Site Plan Review for an 8-unit multi-family project in a new building and preservation/conversion of the historic structure in the Mt Auburn Historic District pursuant to §5.08, §5.07 Affordable Housing Requirements; and §8.00 and §8.01 Sustainable Design, all in accordance with §9.03. Located in WSQ2 (Watertown Square 2) Zoning District. PZ-25-33.
Public Notice
Watertown Planning Board Public Hearing: Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7:00 p.m. Council Chamber, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA, in person and with remote access, with link on the agenda posted 48 hours prior to the meeting.
8-10 Kimball Rd- Safari Kazem requests a Site Plan Review in accordance with §5.02(t) Table of Accessory Use Regulations to convert basement of a two-family structure to a protected use Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Located in the T (Two-Family) Zoning District. PZ-25-27.
260 Arsenal Place- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin (VHB), Inc requests a Sign Special Permit in accordance with §7.03 a(5) Placement of Signs & §7.03 (b)(1) Projection of Signs to allow a wall sign located above 20 ft height on a portion of the façade above roofline in-keeping with adopted design guidelines. Located in the I-3 (Industrial 3) Zoning District. PZ-25-30.
15 Thurston Rd- Minh T. Nguyen requests a Site Plan Review in accordance with §5.02(t) Table of Accessory Use Regulations to convert the lower-level of a single-family home to a protected use Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Located in the T (Two-Family) Zoning District. PZ-25-31.
33 Mt. Auburn- 33 Mt Auburn St LLC request a Site Plan Review for the construction of a 5+ story mixed use building comprised of 40 residential units, including 20 car and 46 bicycle parking spaces, site and stormwater enhancements in a sustainable design; pursuant to §5.08, 5.09 Transit
Oriented Multifamily Mixed-Use Development; §5.07 Affordable Housing Requirements; and §8.00 and §8.01 Sustainable Design; all in accordance with §9.03. Located in WSQ3 (Watertown Square 3) Zoning District PZ-25-32.
Notice
In accordance with the Demolition Delay Ordinance, the Watertown Historical Commission will hold a meeting and public hearing- November 13, 2025, at 7 PM to determine if the house at
157 School St. is preferably preserved and if a demolition delay will be imposed. Confirm the meeting location and/or link ink on the agenda, 48 hours prior to the meeting.
Request for Qualifications
RFQ # 2026-60
CITY OF WATERTOWN
OWNER’S PROJECT MANAGER (OPM) PARKER BUILDING RENOVATIONS
The City of Watertown’s Department of Public Buildings is seeking the services of a qualified “Owner’s Project Manager” as defined in M.G.L. c. 7C, 149, § 44-58 and as further defined by the provisions of this RFQ, to provide continuity Project Management Services for the on-going Project “Parker Building Renovations” located at 124 Watertown Street, Watertown, Massachusetts 02472.
RFQ Documents will be available electronically online starting on Wednesday October 29, 2025 at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown-ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Responses must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown MA 02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2025, to be considered.
This is not a price competition. The top ranked firm will submit a fee proposal to the City of Watertown, and the fee will be based upon the scope of work and labor estimate required to complete the necessary work through substantial completion and punch lists.
The City of Watertown may cancel this RFQ or reject in whole or in part any and all proposals, if they determine that cancellation or rejection serves the best interest of the City of Watertown.
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Public Notice
Watertown Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 with the meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA in-person with remote access link on the agenda 48 hours prior to the meeting.
114 Marshall St- Wilson Lowry requests a Special Permit Finding in accordance with §4.06(a) Alteration of Non-Conforming Structures to allow a left side addition and a right rear addition with an increase to nonconforming building coverage and within side yard setback. Located in the Single Family (S-6) Zoning District. PZ-25-23
Invitation for Bids
IFB#2026-57
City of Watertown
Fifth Avenue Water Main and Roadway Improvements
In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform Fifth Avenue Water Main and Roadway Improvements. Qualified contractors are requested to submit proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within the Invitation for Bids (IFB).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on Thursday October 23, 2025, at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown[1]ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown MA 02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2025, to be considered.
Mass DOT Prequalification of contractors with the class of work “Highway Construction” at the appropriate dollar threshold is required. The total estimated value of this contract is $1,614,008.
Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security consisting of a Bid Bond, Treasurer’s Check, Cash, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company in the amount of 5% of the bid price.
Minimum Wage Rates as determined by the Commissioner of Department of Workforce Development under the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Section 26 to 27D, as amended, apply to this project. The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality contained therein, and to award the contract as determined to be in the best interest of the City.
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
There are no filed sub-bids
Legal Notice
IFB 2026-56
HOW PARK PHASE 1 PLAYGRUND RENOVATIONS
In accordance with M.G.L. c30 §39M, the City of Watertown is soliciting bids from qualified contractors to perform HOW PARK PHASE 1 PLAYGROUND RENOVATIONS located in the City of Watertown. Qualified contractors are requested to submit their proposals to the Procurement Department, Watertown City Hall, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA, in accordance with the instructions contained within the Invitation for Bids (IFB).
Bid Documents will be available electronically online starting on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at no cost by completing the registration page on the City’s website at https://watertown-ma.gov/Purchasing. Scroll to the project title and select the link located at the bottom of the project description to request a bid package.
Proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to The City of Watertown Procurement Department located at 149 Main Street, City Hall, Watertown MA 02472. Electronic copies will not be accepted. All proposals must be received by 11:00 a.m. on Thursday November 6, 2025, to be considered.
An optional (non-mandatory) Pre-bid Site Visit/Walkthrough will be held by the City of Watertown at 1:00 PM, local legal time, on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the project site (meet at the Bacon Street entrance), Watertown, MA 02472
Each Bid must be accompanied by a bid security consisting of a Bid Bond, Treasurer’s Check, Cash, Cashier’s Check or Certified Check issued by a responsible bank or trust company in the amount of 5% of the bid price.
Minimum Wage Rates as determined by the Commissioner of Department of Workforce Development under the provisions of the Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 149, Section 26 to 27D, as amended, apply to this project. The City of Watertown reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, to waive any informality contained therein, and to award the contract as determined to be in the best interest of the City.
The City of Watertown is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages MBE/WBE/DBE participation in response to the bid process.
Legal Notice
The City Council of Watertown hereby gives notice of a public hearing and vote to be held ONLINE and IN-PERSON (HYBRID) Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM in the Richard Mastrangelo Chamber Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA or online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on a proposed Loan Order as follows:
ORDERED: That the sum of $1,350,000 is appropriated to pay construction and construction administration costs of Bemis Park, as more fully described in the City's Fiscal Year 2025 through 2029 Capital Improvement Plan, including all other costs incidental and related thereto; and that to meet this appropriation, the Treasurer, with the approval of the City Manager, is authorized to borrow said amount under and pursuant to M.G.L. c.44, §7(1), or pursuant to any other enabling authority, and to issue bonds or notes of the City therefor.
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this HYBRID Public Hearing. A copy of the proposed Loan Order is available for inspection at the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov.
Legal Notice
The Watertown City Council hereby gives notice of a Public Hearing and vote to be held online and in-person (hybrid) Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM, in the Richard E. Mastrangelo Council Chamber, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA or online at the following link https://watertown-ma.zoom.us/j/92991331344 which may be found on the City of Watertown’s website, on a proposed amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 City Budget. The Fiscal Year 2026 Revenues and Expenditures will be adjusted as follows:
REVENUE INCREASE (DECREASE) TO READ
Transfer from Watertown Square Stabilization $2,072,798 $2,072,798
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Total Revenue Adjustment $2,072,798
EXPENDITURES INCREASE (DECREASE) TO READ
Transfer to Cap Project/City $2,072,798 $2,072,798
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Total Expenditure Adjustment $2,072,798
Interested parties are encouraged to participate in this HYBRID Public Hearing. A copy of the proposed Loan Order is available for inspection at the Administration Building, 149 Main Street, Watertown, MA 02472 in the City Clerk’s Office Monday through Thursday 8:30 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday evening up to 7:00 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. through 12:30 p.m.; and on the City’s website page: www.watertown-ma.gov.
Public Notice
Watertown Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing: Wednesday, September 24, 2025, with meeting starting at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers, Administration Building, 149 Main St., Watertown, MA in-person with remote access link on the Agenda 48 hours prior to the meeting.
101 Standish Rd- Matthew Gannon requests a Special Permit Finding in accordance with §4.06(a) Alteration of Non-Conforming Structures to allow construction within non-conforming side yard setback for a second-floor addition. Located in the Single-Family (S-6) Zoning District. PZ-25-16.