The types of services requested will vary by Project. Services may include, but are not limited to, the following types of projects: Residential Group Home Construction: Projects consist of new construction and renovation of residential group homes under a variety of configurations, as well as expansions/additions to existing units to maximize resources. Work may be performed on detached homes for 4-5 residents, smaller residential clusters with shared amenity spaces, and buildings within larger campuses with 24/7 supportive care and nursing assistance. Institutional Campus Repairs & Upgrades: Projects may include the study, design, and construction of repairs, renovations, and/or upgrades for institutional residential buildings, office buildings, service and recreational buildings, and related site work or site infrastructure projects. Program Fit Analysis & Interior Space Planning with Renovation: Initiatives throughout the state have resulted in need for additional space. Interior space planning and program reconfiguration studies to repurpose under-utilized buildings or optimize space-use within existing buildings. Phased renovation and modernization of occupied facilities while understanding the needed code improvements are required. Existing Facility Conditions Evaluation & Renovation Recommendations: The residential buildings are approaching the end of useful life. It’s anticipated that full renovations with expansion options or complete replacement will be necessary. The evaluation shall investigate multiple feasibility options for review by the Department. Building Envelope & Roof Replacement: Numerous facilities & campus buildings consist of aging buildings with historical significance. The building’s envelopes are failing and need complete repair (slate roofs, asphalt and EPDM roofs, cornices and trim, brick veneer, insulation, windows & doors, etc.) to restore them to “water tight” utilizing newer sustainable materials and incorporating increase energy efficiency. Designs may need to be approved by Massachusetts Historical Commission prior to construction. Exterior Landscape: Courtyards, outdoor living, recreational amenities, and accessible green spaces need refreshing to create a more welcoming and healing environment. Landscape design plan to include low maintenance hardscape and plantings with recreational amenities. In addition, parking lots at various locations need repair and expansion. Incorporating ADA / MAAB improvement into the travel path design is needed. MAAB & Client Specific Renovation with Improvements: Projects consists of improvements and upgrades to numerous locations: lobby entrances with enhanced security, client bathrooms with MAAB & age-in-place amenities, staff bathrooms and common area enhancements. Security, Video Surveillance, and Access Control: The safety of the clients, staff, visitors, and building is a top priority of the Department. Various locations need complete replacement due to antiquated technology and equipment. Many buildings need new swipe card access control to prevent unauthorized access into buildings and secure units.
