City of Albany - 218 N. Washington Redevelopment - RFP #27-021 (2026)
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- Primary Contact
- Ricky Gladney · (229) 302-1455
- Scope Location
- Albany, GA
- Projected Sq Ft
- 5,100 sq ft
- Submission Address
- 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, GA 31701
SUMMARY
The City of Albany Procurement Division is issuing a Request for Proposals for the purchase, absolute acquisition, and adaptive reuse of the City-owned building located at 218 N. Washington Street, known as the former Water, Gas & Light building, encompassing approximately 5,100 square feet. The physical scope of work includes interior remediation, structural stabilization, modernization of all primary building systems, and historic masonry preservation to restore and stabilize the exterior facade while preserving the raw historic brick envelope. Acceptable development concepts include office or professional service spaces, downtown business incubators, restaurants, cafes, retail storefronts, entertainment-related uses, mixed-use commercial concepts, or community-serving public-facing uses. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for September 21, 2026. A question deadline is set for October 6, 2026. Proposers must maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and comply with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act (E-Verify). Submittals require one original, six physical copies, and one searchable digital PDF on a USB flash drive submitted to the Procurement Division at 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, GA 31701.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
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%), Financial Offer Validation (Fee/Cost) (5%)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Non-Collusion, Governing Law & Venue, Drug Free Workplace Certification, Debarred Bidders/Integrity Certification, Indemnity Agreement, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit, Advertisement Form, corporate seal, copy of Secretary of State's Certificate of Incorporation, listing of corporate principals
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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 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 222 Pine Avenue, Suite 260, Albany, GA 31701. For questions, contact Ricky Gladney.
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..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 13, 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: Certificate of Non-Collusion, Governing Law & Venue, Drug Free Workplace Certification, Debarred Bidders/Integrity Certification, Indemnity Agreement, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act A. Review the full document from City of Albany for the complete list.
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 Ricky Gladney at (229) 302-1455. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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 5100 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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