We're looking for qualified organizations, companies, and individuals who are interested in providing technical assistance, professional development, and workforce development services to Boston artists and creative workers. Services contracted through this RFP will focus on supporting Boston artists, arts educators, and creative workers who were most impacted by COVID-19. The deadline to respond to this RFP is February 11 at 5 p.m. and it can be accessed through the City's supplier portal by searching for event EV00010141.

Register for the session

The site visit will be held on October 19, 2021 at 1:00 PM for two RFP sites in Upham's Corner:

• Site 1: 555-559 Columbia Road and the Strand Theatre
• Site 2: Hamlet Street

Please use the form below to register. More details will be shared via email a week before the site visit.

Register for the site visit

The BPDA and the City of Boston invite members of the development community and arts community to a networking event for potential respondents to the two RFPs released as part of the implementation of the Upham's Corner Arts & Innovation District.

• 555-559 Columbia Road and the Strand Theatre in the Upham's Corner neighborhood of Dorchester, released by the BPDA
• 0-18 Hamlet Street, released by the City of Boston Department of Neighborhood Development

A key aim of the 555-559 Columbia Road RFP is the opportunity for synergy between the proposed development and the Strand Theatre operator. This event will provide opportunities for arts organizations and developers to connect about potential partnerships.

Firms of all sizes - developers, GC’s, architects, sub-contractors, and more - as well as arts organizations who are looking for partnerships to respond to the RFPs

A Q&A about the RFP opportunities, a pitch session for arts and culture organizations to introduce themselves to all attendees, and a free-form session to connect with potential partners.

Mayor Janey and the City of Boston are sponsoring a collection of free virtual programming in partnership with Innovation Studio. With an equitable recovery in mind, the City of Boston and Innovation Studio are committed to supporting Boston’s diverse business community and making innovation resources available to all.



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