City of Blanco - Commercial Building Lease Opportunity RFP - 503 Pecan Street
City of BlancoCity · Blanco, TX- Due
- Aug 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Warren Escovy
The 30-second brief
The City of Blanco invites qualified businesses to submit proposals to lease a City-owned commercial building located at 503 Pecan Street, approximately one block from the Historic Blanco Square. The renovated building will provide approximately 5,500 square feet of air-conditioned leasable space with an anticipated completion of November 2026. The initial lease term is five years with a minimum acceptable monthly rent of $5,800, and commercial general liability insurance is required. Proposals are due by August 3, 2026, and must include business name, contact information, description of the proposed retail or commercial business, years in experience, and proposed monthly rental amount.
Quality and viability of the proposed business 35%, Financial capability 25%, Experience operating a successful business 15%, Ability to occupy the building in a timely manner 10%, Proposed lease terms and monthly rental amount 15%
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Summary
The City of Blanco invites qualified businesses to submit proposals to lease a City-owned commercial building located at 503 Pecan Street, approximately one block from the Historic Blanco Square.
The renovated building will provide approximately 5,500 square feet of air-conditioned leasable space with an anticipated completion of November 2026. The initial lease term is five years with a minimum acceptable monthly rent of $5,800, and commercial general liability insurance is required. Proposals are due by August 3, 2026, and must include business name, contact information, description of the proposed retail or commercial business, years in experience, and proposed monthly rental amount.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality and viability of the proposed business 35%
- Financial capability 25%
- Experience operating a successful business 15%
- Ability to occupy the building in a timely manner 10%
- Proposed lease terms and monthly rental amount 15%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Business name
- Primary contact name
- Telephone number
- Email address
- Description of the proposed business
- Years in business
- Experience operating similar businesses
- Proposed use of the building
- Proposed monthly rental amount
- Desired occupancy date
- References (optional but encouraged)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Blanco, TX
- Projected sq ft
- 5,500 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Blanco?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Warren Escovy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Blanco in TX, 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 Warren Escovy. 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: "Quality and viability of the proposed business 35%, Financial capability 25%, Experience operating a successful business 15%, Ability to occupy the building in a timely manner 10%, Proposed lease term..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Blanco?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Blanco are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Blanco regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Business name, Primary contact name, telephone number, and email address, Description of the proposed business, Years in business, Experience operating similar businesses, Proposed use of the building. Review the full document from City of Blanco for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Blanco, TX. The total projected area is 5500 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.