Where can I get the request for proposals?

Download it at www.douglas-ma.gov or pick up a copy at the Board of Selectmen's office, 29 Depot Street, Douglas, MA 01516.

When and where must I submit my proposal?

Proposals must be delivered to the Selectmen's office by 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.

What is the appraised value of the property?

The appraised value is $390,000.

Are there historic preservation requirements?

Yes; while not formally listed, the Selectmen require restoration or preservation of exterior historic features in any proposal.

Bid Notice — 11 Gleason Court, Douglas, MA

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The Town of Douglas seeks proposals to purchase a retired school building and land at 11 Gleason Court; proposals due by 6:00 PM on June 16, 2026. The property has an appraised value of $390,000 and exterior historic features must be preserved.

Key Takeaways

Proposals due by 6:00 PM on June 16, 2026
Property: retired school at 11 Gleason Court, assessor's lot 163-110
Appraised value: $390,000
Exterior historic features must be restored or preserved
Request for Proposals available at douglas-ma.gov or Selectmen's office

Published: May 13, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Bid Notice
City: Douglas
Address: 11 Gleason Court, Douglas, MA

What to do next

1
Obtain the RFP
Download the Request for Proposals at www.douglas-ma.gov or pick up from the Board of Selectmen's office at 29 Depot Street, Douglas, MA 01516.
2
Prepare and submit proposal
Prepare your purchase proposal following RFP terms and deliver it to the Selectmen's office by 6:00 PM on June 16, 2026.
3
Plan for historic restoration
Include specific plans and cost estimates for restoring or preserving exterior historic features as required by the Selectmen.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get the request for proposals?: Download it at www.douglas-ma.gov or pick up a copy at the Board of Selectmen's office, 29 Depot Street, Douglas, MA 01516.
When and where must I submit my proposal?: Proposals must be delivered to the Selectmen's office by 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
What is the appraised value of the property?: The appraised value is $390,000.
Are there historic preservation requirements?: Yes; while not formally listed, the Selectmen require restoration or preservation of exterior historic features in any proposal.

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Legal terms in this notice

appraised value: The estimated market value of the property determined by a professional appraiser.
request for proposals (RFP): A document describing sale terms and submission requirements bidders must follow.
assessor's lot: The parcel identifier used by the town assessor for property tax and records.

Full Notice Text

The Town of Douglas, MA invites proposals for the purchase of a retired school building and associated real estate at 11 Gleason Court, also known as assessor's lot 163-110 in a Village Business zoning district. The sale will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of a request for proposals that may be found at www.douglas-ma.gov or obtained from the Board of Selectmen's office located at 29 Depot Street, Douglas, MA 01516. Proposals are due no later than 6:00PM on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 in the Selectmen's office. The appraised value of the property is $390,000. While the building is not subject to any formal historic preservation requirements, the Selectmen will require restoration or preservation of exterior historic features as part of any proposal. The Town of Douglas is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
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