City of Albany - 138 Pine Avenue Redevelopment - RFP #27-008R (2026)
- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Destin Adams
- (229) 302-1461
The 30-second brief
The City of Albany is seeking proposals from qualified and financially capable developers or development teams to acquire and redevelop 138 Pine Avenue in Downtown Albany, Georgia, under RFP #27-008R. The project involves returning an approximately 11,592 sq ft vacant or underutilized building on a 0.15-acre C-2 zoned parcel (Tax Parcel 0N101-00001-005) into an active, productive commercial, retail, restaurant, office, or mixed-use space supporting downtown revitalization. The selected developer will purchase the property, invest private capital, and execute due diligence, design, permitting, construction, and long-term operations. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, at 5:00 P.M., with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site tour via Zoom on September 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include development concept and downtown revitalization contribution (25%), financial capacity and project feasibility (20%), experience and team qualifications (15%), acquisition proposal and transaction terms (15%), schedule and readiness (10%), economic and community impact (10%), and fee proposal (5%).
Development Concept & Downtown Revitalization Concept 25%, Financial Capacity & Project Feasibility 20%, Experience & Qualifications 15%, Acquisition Proposal & Transaction Terms 15%, Schedule 10%, Economic & Community Impact 10%, Fees (cost) 5%
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Summary
The City of Albany is seeking proposals from qualified and financially capable developers or development teams to acquire and redevelop 138 Pine Avenue in Downtown Albany, Georgia, under RFP #27-008R. The project involves returning an approximately 11,592 sq ft vacant or underutilized building on a 0.15-acre C-2 zoned parcel (Tax Parcel 0N101-00001-005) into an active, productive commercial, retail, restaurant, office, or mixed-use space supporting downtown revitalization.
The selected developer will purchase the property, invest private capital, and execute due diligence, design, permitting, construction, and long-term operations. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, at 5:00 P.M., with a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site tour via Zoom on September 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 24, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include development concept and downtown revitalization contribution (25%), financial capacity and project feasibility (20%), experience and team qualifications (15%), acquisition proposal and transaction terms (15%), schedule and readiness (10%), economic and community impact (10%), and fee proposal (5%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Development Concept & Downtown Revitalization Concept 25%
- Financial Capacity & Project Feasibility 20%
- Experience & Qualifications 15%
- Acquisition Proposal & Transaction Terms 15%
- Schedule 10%
- Economic & Community Impact 10%
- Fees (cost) 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Addendum Acknowledgement Form
- Certification of Non-Collusion
- Governing Law and Venue
- Advertisement Form
- Indemnity Agreement
- Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit
- Submit to
- City of Albany Procurement Division, 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, GA 31701
- Scope location
- Albany, GA
- Projected sq ft
- 11,592 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Albany?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Albany Procurement Division, 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, GA 31701. For questions, contact Destin Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Albany in GA, 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 Destin Adams at (229) 302-1461. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Development Concept & Downtown Revitalization Concept 25%, Financial Capacity & Project Feasibility 20%, Experience & Qualifications 15%, Acquisition Proposal & Transaction Terms 15%, Schedule 10%, Ec..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Albany?
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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: Addendum Acknowledgement Form, Certification of Non-Collusion, Governing Law and Venue, Advertisement Form, Indemnity Agreement, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit. Review the full document from City of Albany for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, GA. The total projected area is 11592 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.