A government authority in Massachusetts is seeking professional services for the development and design of a transportation center aimed at enhancing mobility and promoting sustainable building practices. The project will focus on creating a transit hub that acts as a catalyst for community growth by increasing pedestrian and bicycle mobility, and strengthening access to rail and bus transit, local parks, and neighborhoods through improved network connections.

The scope of services includes all phases of design: conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and final design. Proposals should address the need for varied building massing and a range of construction typologies to avoid uniformity and encourage architectural diversity and density within the transit-rich site. Additionally, the integration of passive design strategies—such as the use of sunlight and wind for heating, cooling, and illumination—is encouraged to reduce energy consumption and enhance the building’s environmental performance.