City of Council Bluffs - Redevelopment of Land Located Along Mohawk Street - 2026-61
City of Council BluffsCity · Council Bluffs, IA- Due
- Sep 30, 2027
- 348 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Council Bluffs is inviting proposals for the purchase and development of an approximate 2.22-acre parcel of land in the Lake Manawa Neighborhood located at the southeast corner of Mohawk Street and Comanche Street. The project involves a two-family attached housing development within the East Manawa Drive Residential Urban Renewal Area, featuring low-density housing and residential attached units. Of the original 24 lots, 16 remain available as of September 2026, priced at $35,000 per lot/side ($70,000 per two-unit building), and bidders are not required to bid on all remaining available lots. Proposals must demonstrate developer capacity and include project summaries, scaled plot plans, development timelines, financial summaries with a 10-year pro forma, and project contingencies. The RFP is tentatively set to close on September 30, 2027, with a question deadline of September 15, 2027, and submissions managed via the IonWave electronic portal.
Two-family attached residential housing units, Site plot plans, Elevation drawings, Project timelines, 10-year project pro forma, Financial summary
Design, Aesthetics and Quality of Construction Materials and Landscaping (45%), Developer’s Experience and Capacity (40%), Funding Sources (15%)
SUMMARY
The City of Council Bluffs is inviting proposals for the purchase and development of an approximate 2.22-acre parcel of land in the Lake Manawa Neighborhood located at the southeast corner of Mohawk Street and Comanche Street.
The project involves a two-family attached housing development within the East Manawa Drive Residential Urban Renewal Area, featuring low-density housing and residential attached units. Of the original 24 lots, 16 remain available as of September 2026, priced at $35,000 per lot/side ($70,000 per two-unit building), and bidders are not required to bid on all remaining available lots. Proposals must demonstrate developer capacity and include project summaries, scaled plot plans, development timelines, financial summaries with a 10-year pro forma, and project contingencies. The RFP is tentatively set to close on September 30, 2027, with a question deadline of September 15, 2027, and submissions managed via the IonWave electronic portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Two-family attached residential housing units
- Site plot plans
- Elevation drawings
- Project timelines
- 10-year project pro forma
- Financial summary
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Application - Proposal Cover Page (Attachment F)
- Submit to
- https://cbiabids.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- Council Bluffs, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Council Bluffs?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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://cbiabids.ionwave.net/.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Council Bluffs in IA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two-family attached residential housing units, Site plot plans, Elevation drawings, Project timelines, 10-year project pro forma, Financial summary. 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: "Design, Aesthetics and Quality of Construction Materials and Landscaping (45%), Developer’s Experience and Capacity (40%), Funding Sources (15%)" 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 September 30, 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: Application - Proposal Cover Page (Attachment F). Review the full document from City of Council Bluffs for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Council Bluffs, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.