Borough of Columbia McGinness Innovation Park RFP 2026
Borough of ColumbiaCity · Columbia, PA- Due
- May 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Elyse Crawford
The 30-second brief
The Borough of Columbia is seeking an experienced developer to purchase and develop a 41.388 acre parcel of currently vacant land. The developer will be expected to provide technical concepts and plans, along with a competitive purchase price. The goal is to expand the tax base and provide employment opportunities.
Organization and/or Project Team, Organization name, Contact information, And mission/goals, Identify any partners, Explanation of qualification, Description of proposed land use, Estimated number of jobs, Construction scope of work and anticipated costs, Estimated project timeline, Desired timeframe to close on property, Finalized site plans, Construction start and finish, Financing, Community benefits, Traffic impacts, Attendance at a pre-bid meeting/tour, Purchase Price
Demonstrated Track Record / Capacity to Complete Project, Detailed and Realistic Scope of Work, Financial Readiness, Community Benefit/alignment with goals, Timeline, Bid Price
Hear what Borough of Columbia plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The Borough of Columbia is seeking an experienced developer to purchase and develop a 41.388 acre parcel of currently vacant land.
The developer will be expected to provide technical concepts and plans, along with a competitive purchase price. The goal is to expand the tax base and provide employment opportunities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Demonstrated Track Record / Capacity to Complete Project
- Detailed and Realistic Scope of Work
- Financial Readiness
- Community Benefit/alignment with goals
- Timeline
- Bid Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Organization and/or Project Team
- Organization name
- Contact information
- Mission/goals
- Identify any partners
- Explanation of qualification
- Description of proposed land use
- Estimated number of jobs
- Construction scope of work and anticipated costs
- Estimated project timeline
- Desired timeframe to close on property
- Finalized site plans
- Construction start and finish
- Financing
- Community benefits
- Traffic impacts
- Attendance at a pre-bid meeting/tour
- Purchase Price
- Scope location
- Columbia Borough, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Borough of Columbia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Elyse Crawford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Borough of Columbia in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Elyse Crawford. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Organization and/or Project Team, Organization name, Contact information, And mission/goals, Identify any partners, Explanation of qualification, Description of proposed land use, Estimated number of jobs, Construction scope of work and anticipated costs, Estimated project timeline, Desired timefram. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Demonstrated Track Record / Capacity to Complete Project, Detailed and Realistic Scope of Work, Financial Readiness, Community Benefit/alignment with goals, Timeline, Bid Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Borough of Columbia?
All active and historical solicitations from Borough of Columbia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Borough of Columbia regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from Borough of Columbia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Columbia Borough, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.