City of Cleveland East 55th and South Marginal Development Site RFP 2025-GEN-163
City of ClevelandCity · Cleveland, OH- Due
- Jan 4, 2027
- 54 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Caitlin Larkin
- (216) 664-7326
The 30-second brief
The City of Cleveland Department of Economic Development is seeking development proposals and competitive bids for the purchase and commercial/industrial, residential, or mixed-use development of two vacant City-owned parcels totaling approximately 3.74 acres at East 55th Street and South Marginal Road (PPN 105-02-002 and PPN 105-02-007). Project goals include returning parcels to tax-productive use and supporting resident and community needs. Requirements include minimum three engagement sessions with the area CDC, MBE/FSB/CSB participation, competitive bid at or above fair market value, and stormwater management/sustainability approaches. Submission deadline is January 4, 2027.
Profile and Executive Summary; Development Qualifications; Technical Proposal; Financial Qualifications; Bid
Profile and Executive Summary 10%, Development Qualifications 20%, Technical Proposal 20%, Financial Qualifications 20%, Bid 30%
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Summary
The City of Cleveland Department of Economic Development is seeking development proposals and competitive bids for the purchase and commercial/industrial, residential, or mixed-use development of two vacant City-owned parcels totaling approximately 3.74 acres at East 55th Street and South Marginal Road (PPN 105-02-002 and PPN 105-02-007).
Project goals include returning parcels to tax-productive use and supporting resident and community needs. Requirements include minimum three engagement sessions with the area CDC, MBE/FSB/CSB participation, competitive bid at or above fair market value, and stormwater management/sustainability approaches. Submission deadline is January 4, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Profile and Executive Summary 10%
- Development Qualifications 20%
- Technical Proposal 20%
- Financial Qualifications 20%
- Bid 30%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Profile and Executive Summary
- Development Qualifications
- Technical Proposal
- Financial Qualifications
- Bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Profile and Executive Summary
- Development Qualifications
- Technical Proposal
- Financial Qualifications
- Bid
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/clevelandoh
- Scope location
- Cleveland, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Cleveland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 4, 2027. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/clevelandoh. For questions, contact Caitlin Larkin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Cleveland 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.
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 Caitlin Larkin at (216) 664-7326. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Profile and Executive Summary; Development Qualifications; Technical Proposal; Financial Qualifications; Bid. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Profile and Executive Summary 10%, Development Qualifications 20%, Technical Proposal 20%, Financial Qualifications 20%, Bid 30%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cleveland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cleveland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cleveland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 4, 2027, 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: Profile and Executive Summary, Development Qualifications, Technical Proposal, Financial Qualifications, Bid, W-9. Review the full document from City of Cleveland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cleveland, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.