City of Boulder Civic Area East Bookend Development Partners RFI 2026
City of BoulderCity · Boulder, CO- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Boulder is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to seek expressions of interest from potential partners or teams for the development of new mixed-use buildings and amenities in the Boulder Civic Area. The project site includes city-owned parcels near the Dushanbe Tea House, Boulder County Farmers Market, and Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, adjacent to Boulder Creek and Pearl Street Mall. This RFI process is intended to inform a future Request for Proposals (RFP) planned for 2026. The city seeks creative partners to transform the area for public and private revenue generation. Responses are due by February 27, 2026.
Expressions of interest, Development partner qualifications
SUMMARY
The City of Boulder is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to seek expressions of interest from potential partners or teams for the development of new mixed-use buildings and amenities in the Boulder Civic Area.
The project site includes city-owned parcels near the Dushanbe Tea House, Boulder County Farmers Market, and Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art, adjacent to Boulder Creek and Pearl Street Mall. This RFI process is intended to inform a future Request for Proposals (RFP) planned for 2026. The city seeks creative partners to transform the area for public and private revenue generation. Responses are due by February 27, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Expressions of interest, Development partner qualifications
- Scope location
- Boulder, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFI from City of Boulder?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including City of Boulder in CO, 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 RFI 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Expressions of interest, Development partner qualifications. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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 City of Boulder for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boulder, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.