City of Dowagiac Pennsylvania Street Housing Development Opportunity RFP 2026
City of DowagiacCity · Dowagiac, MI- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Matt Money
The 30-second brief
The City of Dowagiac is soliciting proposals to develop a 2.90-acre city-owned site at Pennsylvania and Main Street into a high-quality villa or condominium housing project. Submissions are due by July 15, 2026.
Cover letter, Team resumes, Proposed Redevelopment Business Plan, Conceptual Financial Structure, Evidence of financial capability, Open space plan
Developer qualifications and experience, Honoring historic aesthetic, Purchase price, Financial assurances
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Summary
The City of Dowagiac is soliciting proposals to develop a 2.90-acre city-owned site at Pennsylvania and Main Street into a high-quality villa or condominium housing project. Submissions are due by July 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Developer qualifications and experience
- Honoring historic aesthetic
- Purchase price
- Financial assurances
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Cover letter
- Team resumes
- Proposed Redevelopment Business Plan
- Conceptual Financial Structure
- Evidence of financial capability
- Open space plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Audited or reviewed financial statements
- Bank commitments
- Tax statements
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Dowagiac, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Dowagiac?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 15, 2026. 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Matt Money.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Dowagiac in MI, 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 Matt Money. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cover letter, Team resumes, Proposed Redevelopment Business Plan, Conceptual Financial Structure, Evidence of financial capability, Open space plan. 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: "Developer qualifications and experience, Honoring historic aesthetic, Purchase price, Financial assurances" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Dowagiac?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Dowagiac are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Dowagiac regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Audited or reviewed financial statements, Bank commitments, Tax statements. Review the full document from City of Dowagiac for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Dowagiac, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.