City of Grand Blanc Development Request For Proposals - 11410 South Saginaw and 113 Reid Road 2026
City of Grand BlancCity · Grand Blanc, MI- Due
- Jul 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Christina Irwin
- (810) 694-1118
The 30-second brief
The City of Grand Blanc is issuing a Development Request For Proposals (RFP) for two city-owned parcels totaling 0.66 acres located at 11410 South Saginaw Street and 113 Reid Road, acting as a catalyst project for downtown Grand Blanc. The preferred mixed-use concept envisions a 2 or 3-story mixed-use development featuring 3,000+ sq ft of ground-floor retail or restaurant space with an outdoor patio and apartments above, targeting high demand for downtown retail and missing middle housing. The site is zoned B-3 General Business District with a Central Business District Overlay and is fully served by existing utilities including City water and sewer, and Consumers Energy gas and electric. Proposals must include a letter of interest (max 3 pages), concept plans or renderings, a development portfolio of similar projects, evidence of fiscal capacity and team resources, and a minimum bid of $250,000. Bids are due by 4:00 PM on July 30, 2026, submitted as one physical sealed copy to the City office, with bids opened the same day in Council Chambers and presented to City Council on August 12, 2026.
Minimum bid of $250,000
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Summary
The City of Grand Blanc is issuing a Development Request For Proposals (RFP) for two city-owned parcels totaling 0.66 acres located at 11410 South Saginaw Street and 113 Reid Road, acting as a catalyst project for downtown Grand Blanc.
The preferred mixed-use concept envisions a 2 or 3-story mixed-use development featuring 3,000+ sq ft of ground-floor retail or restaurant space with an outdoor patio and apartments above, targeting high demand for downtown retail and missing middle housing. The site is zoned B-3 General Business District with a Central Business District Overlay and is fully served by existing utilities including City water and sewer, and Consumers Energy gas and electric. Proposals must include a letter of interest (max 3 pages), concept plans or renderings, a development portfolio of similar projects, evidence of fiscal capacity and team resources, and a minimum bid of $250,000. Bids are due by 4:00 PM on July 30, 2026, submitted as one physical sealed copy to the City office, with bids opened the same day in Council Chambers and presented to City Council on August 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Minimum bid of $250,000
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Letter of Interest
- Concept plans/renderings
- Development Portfolio of similar projects
- Evidence of fiscal capacity and team resources
- Submit to
- 203 East Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, MI 48439
- Scope location
- Grand Blanc, MI
- Projected sq ft
- 3,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Grand Blanc?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 203 East Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc, MI 48439. For questions, contact Christina Irwin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Grand Blanc 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 Christina Irwin at (810) 694-1118. 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: "Minimum bid of $250,000" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Grand Blanc?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Grand Blanc are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Grand Blanc 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: Letter of Interest, Concept plans/renderings, Development Portfolio of similar projects, Evidence of fiscal capacity and team resources. Review the full document from City of Grand Blanc for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grand Blanc, MI. The total projected area is 3000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.