City of Greenfield - Purchase and Redevelopment of 53 Hope Street - RFP 26-80326 (2026)
City of GreenfieldCity · Greenfield, MA- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 59 days left
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Stephen Nembirkow
- (413) 772-1504
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Greenfield is requesting proposals for the acquisition and redevelopment of 1.2011 acres of City-owned land located at 53 Hope Street (Lot 52-25-0) within the downtown Central Commercial District. The City seeks a qualified developer to purchase and redevelop the property for housing or mixed-use development, including residential and ground-floor commercial uses such as a coffee shop or retail. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A site briefing session via Zoom will be held on December 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with written questions due by November 16, 2026. The project emphasizes environmental sustainability, all-electric construction, solar arrays, and pedestrian connectivity. Selection will be based on comparative evaluation criteria including project feasibility, developer experience and capacity, financial strength, site design, and multimodal access.
Project Feasibility, Development Experience and Capacity, Developer's Financial Strength, Site Design, Multimodal Access, Traffic Circulation and Parking
SUMMARY
The City of Greenfield is requesting proposals for the acquisition and redevelopment of 1.2011 acres of City-owned land located at 53 Hope Street (Lot 52-25-0) within the downtown Central Commercial District.
The City seeks a qualified developer to purchase and redevelop the property for housing or mixed-use development, including residential and ground-floor commercial uses such as a coffee shop or retail. Proposals are due by December 14, 2026, at 2:00 PM. A site briefing session via Zoom will be held on December 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with written questions due by November 16, 2026. The project emphasizes environmental sustainability, all-electric construction, solar arrays, and pedestrian connectivity. Selection will be based on comparative evaluation criteria including project feasibility, developer experience and capacity, financial strength, site design, and multimodal access.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Project Feasibility
- Development Experience and Capacity
- Developer's Financial Strength
- Site Design
- Multimodal Access
- Traffic Circulation and Parking
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Response Cover Sheet
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certification of Tax Compliance
- Disclosure of Beneficial Interest Form
- Purchase Price Proposal Form
- Submit to
- City of Greenfield, Procurement Office, 14 Court Square, Greenfield, MA 01301
- Scope location
- Greenfield, MA
- Projected sq ft
- 52,321 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Greenfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Greenfield, Procurement Office, 14 Court Square, Greenfield, MA 01301. For questions, contact Stephen Nembirkow.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Greenfield in MA, 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 Stephen Nembirkow at (413) 772-1504. 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: "Project Feasibility, Development Experience and Capacity, Developer's Financial Strength, Site Design, Multimodal Access, Traffic Circulation and Parking" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Greenfield?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 2026, 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: Response Cover Sheet, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certification of Tax Compliance, Disclosure of Beneficial Interest Form, Purchase Price Proposal Form. Review the full document from City of Greenfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Greenfield, MA. The total projected area is 52321 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.