The initiative is being led by the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM), in partnership with the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (HLC) acting under Executive Order 623 and Section 121 and 122 of the Affordable Homes Act. Below is information regarding the variety of development opportunities resulting from this work.
Housing Development Status Map
Development Opportunities Available Now
Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
41 Hurd St., Former Lowell District Court
An RFP has been issued by the City of Lowell to redevelop this former courthouse building and surface parking lot at a combined ±47,400 SF. The RFP can be found on the City’s page. The proposal submission deadline is November 25, 2025 by 11:00 AM. This property is less than a mile from the Lowell Commuter Rail Station and 500 feet from the Concord River.
84 Elm St., Former Fitchburg Superior Courthouse
An attractive and historic ±17,800 SF building on a 0.75 acre downtown site, walkable to the Fitchburg Commuter Rail Station. The RFP for this opportunity is now available and can be found on the Fitchburg Bid Posting Website. Proposals can be submitted up until September 18, 2025 at 1:00 pm.
106 Hale St., Bridgewater
Walkable to the commuter rail station, Bridgewater State University campus, and downtown Bridgewater. Housing development on this site aligns with the University's and the Town's goals. The underlying zoning allows for more than the minimum 4 units/acre. Find the RFP on the 106 Hale St., Bridgewater Webpage.
210 Springs Road, Bedford
A RFP to redevelop a 5.05 acre surplus parking lot on the Middlesex Community College campus is now available on the 210 Springs Road, Bedford - Redevelopment Opportunity Webpage.
Important Dates:
Question Submission Due via email: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 by 3:00PM
All responses to questions posted on DCAMM website: Friday, September 19, 2025
Proposal Submission Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2025 by 3:00PM
Leasing and Real Estate Policy
The bulletin linked below outlines the policy principles and requirements that govern Commonwealth leasing and real estate activities. It is intended to ensure that all leasing and real estate activity is conducted in alignment with key policy goals, and serves as a framework for consistent, transparent, and strategic decision-making across all related initiatives. Please take a moment to review the policy to understand what is expected of those engaging in real estate transactions with DCAMM.
Additional Information
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