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Here Pathway Design Modifications Could Greatly Improve Safety for All Visitors
CONTENTS 03 Project Details 07 Exhibit A | Park Map 08 Exhibit B | Link to Relevant Documents 09 Exhibit C | Strategic Plan 02 Level 1 Multimodal Pathway Design Improvements for the Charles River Esplanade in Boston, MA SUMMARY The Esplanade Association (EA), in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), seeks professional services including planning, design, permitting, and construction management for multimodal pathway design modifications within the Charles River Esplanade park. The consultant will work in collaboration with representatives from EA and DCR to develop site-specific solutions to improve pathway safety for all users in this dynamic urban green space. EA is embarking on what is expected to be a series of multi-year, multi-level projects to improve the Esplanade pathway system, beginning with Immediate Impact improvements such as signage and pavement markings, building up to Major Impact improvements such as pathway design changes, and culminating with Multigenerational Impact projects that will see the expansion of the Esplanade’s multimodal pathway network. This RFP is designated for the Level 1 Immediate Impacts Project with the goal of improving pathway safety at priority locations on the Esplanade. Proposals from qualified applicants are requested by Thursday, May 20, 2021. Qualified Level 1 applicants may be eligible to receive the RFPs designated for the Level 2 Major Impact Projects and/or the Level 3 Multigenerational Impact Projects, when they become available. ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND The Esplanade Association is a 100% privately funded nonprofit organization that works to revitalize and enhance the Charles River Esplanade, sustain its natural green space, and build community by providing educational, cultural, and recreational programs for everyone.
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