City of Akron - Property Purchase and Development at 1730 S Main Street - 1730 S Main RFP (2026)
City of AkronCity · Akron, OH- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Akron, Department of Economic Development is soliciting proposals for the purchase and development of real property and improvements located at 1730 S Main Street, comprising approximately 26,590 sq ft across parcels 6729357, 6729356, 6710563, 6703255, 6729373, 6703194, and 6729374. The project seeks redevelopment of this vacant lot at W Wilbeth Rd and S Main St to provide an active, community-facing operation with immediate property management. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with questions due by November 16, 2026. Submission can be delivered to the City of Akron Department of Economic Development or uploaded online via Akronohio.Submittable.com. Evaluation is based on proposal alignment with RFP objectives, community and financial interest, respondent experience with public partners, and financial stability.
Proposal alignment with RFP objectives, community and financial interest with consideration of purchase price and tax generation potential, direct and substantial experience in planning and developing building projects with public partners, financial stability and credentials
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Summary
The City of Akron, Department of Economic Development is soliciting proposals for the purchase and development of real property and improvements located at 1730 S Main Street, comprising approximately 26,590 sq ft across parcels 6729357, 6729356, 6710563, 6703255, 6729373, 6703194, and 6729374.
The project seeks redevelopment of this vacant lot at W Wilbeth Rd and S Main St to provide an active, community-facing operation with immediate property management. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with questions due by November 16, 2026. Submission can be delivered to the City of Akron Department of Economic Development or uploaded online via Akronohio.Submittable.com. Evaluation is based on proposal alignment with RFP objectives, community and financial interest, respondent experience with public partners, and financial stability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposal alignment with RFP objectives, community and financial interest with consideration of purchase price and tax generation potential, direct and substantial experience in planning and developing building projects with public partners, financial stability and credentials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Cover letter
- Narrative describing project concept
- Proposed purchase price
- Respondent's experience
- Site layout drawings
- Schematic floor plans and building elevations
- Detailed timetable
- Identification of contingencies
- Proforma and proof of financial capacity
- Requested incentives
- Certification of non-delinquency in real estate or city income taxes
- Submit to
- Akronohio.Submittable.com
- Scope location
- Akron, Ohio
- Projected sq ft
- 26,590 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Akron?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Akronohio.Submittable.com.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Akron in OH, 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.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposal alignment with RFP objectives, community and financial interest with consideration of purchase price and tax generation potential, direct and substantial experience in planning and developing..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Akron?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: cover letter, narrative describing project concept, proposed purchase price, respondent's experience, site layout drawings, schematic floor plans and building elevations, detailed timetable, identific. Review the full document from City of Akron for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Akron, Ohio. The total projected area is 26590 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.