BRTA Releases RFP for Intermodal Transportation Center HVAC Replacement

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) is requesting proposals from qualified HVAC firms to provide Contractor services to replace two rooftop HVAC Package Units and 1 Condenser at the BRTA Intermodal Transportation Center.. 
 
Three additional stand-alone rooftop units should also be quoted for replacement as Alternate Pricing, if there are remaining grant funds after replacement of two Package Units and one condenser. Any contract awarded under this Request for Proposals (RFP) is subject to financial assistance contracts between the BRTA and the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and/or the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT). The contract will therefore be subject to the regulations of both FTA and MassDOT.
 
To request a copy of the RFP package, contact the BRTA at info@berkshirerta.gov. There will be a mandatory Site Review for all proposers to see the current rooftop HVAC units and corresponding computer system. Also, prospective proposers will have the ability to ask and receive answers to questions at this event. This will be held Aug. 11, 2025 at 9:30 AM DST, with a rain date of Aug. 12, 2025 at 9:30 AM DST.
 
Proposers should prepare any additional written questions and submit prior to 11:00 AM DST on Aug. 21, 2025. Sealed proposals must be received at the BRTA Administrative Office prior to 11:00 AM DST on Sept. 15, 2025, by mail or in person, 1 Columbus Ave. Suite 201, Pittsfield, MA 01201.  
 
This project needs to be completed and accepted by BRTA by June 20, 2026. The BRTA reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals as it deems in its own best interest.  

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Pittsfield Extinguishes 4th of July Firework Display

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff

PITTSFIELD, Mass.— There will be no city-sponsored fireworks show on the Fourth of July this year. 

Pittsfield announced this on Friday, June 26, explaining it was unable to secure a vendor with availability for the display.  The historic parade and race will still kick off on the morning of July 4, and other events are happening over the holiday weekend. 

The 2026 parade theme, "America 250 — Pittsfield Celebrates the Generations,"  will celebrate 250 years of the nation and Pittsfield.  People, floats, cars, balloons, and more will proceed down South, North, and Wahconah streets to thousands of spectators.

On Wednesday, the Pittsfield Parade Committee announced Vincent "Vin" Marinaro as the 2026 Grand Marshal.  The lifelong Pittsfield resident has been a mentor, educator, coach, advocate, and leader, said to have left a lasting impact on generations of Pittsfield families. 

He began his career teaching in Pittsfield's Catholic schools, coaching youth sports, and managing the Catholic Youth Center, later bringing that same passion for service to the Ralph J. Froio Senior Center, serving as Executive Director from 2010 until his retirement in 2018.

"Under his leadership, the center expanded programs, strengthened community connections, and became an even more vibrant gathering place for older adults. His commitment to service did not stop there," the parade committee wrote. 

"A devoted member of the Rotary Club of Pittsfield since 1995, Vin has exemplified Rotary's motto of Service Above Self. In 2024, he was installed as District Governor for Rotary District 7890, representing clubs throughout Western Massachusetts and Northern Connecticut. Along the way, he has been recognized with numerous honors, including the Gerard D. Downing Service to Children Award and a designation as a Paul Harris Fellow." 

The parade dates back to 1801, and the parade committee was formed in the late 1970s.  Today, it brings residents, families, organizations, and visitors together on the Fourth of July, historically kicking off at 10 a.m. on the dot. 

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