City of Greenfield RFP 26-0302 First National Bank Building Acquisition, Renovation, and Redevelopment
City of GreenfieldCity · Greenfield, MA- Due
- Jun 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Stephen Nembirkow
- (413) 772-1504
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Greenfield Redevelopment Authority (GRA) is requesting proposals for the acquisition, renovation, and redevelopment of the historic First National Bank building located at 5-9 Bank Row, Greenfield, MA. This 1929 art deco building features approximately 6,600 square feet on the ground floor and basement levels, plus a 670-square foot mezzanine, situated on a 7,000-square foot lot within the Bank Row Urban Renewal District. The project goals include activating the long-vacant building while honoring and preserving its historic granite façade and interior elements like the circular check-writing kiosk and safe deposit gateway. Potential uses include retail, restaurants, boutique hotels, food halls, makerspaces, or residential units. Proposals must include a Technical Proposal and a separate Financial Plan. The final submission deadline is June 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM, following an extension from the original May deadline.
Technical Proposal, Financial Plan, Letter of Intent, Project Concept, Building Plans, Schedule, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Disclosure Statement, Development Disclosure Form
Project Understanding, Design and Historic Sensitivity, Ability to Successfully Execute, Development Capacity, Strategy and Timeline, Feasibility of Plan, Ability to Secure Financing
SUMMARY
The Greenfield Redevelopment Authority (GRA) is requesting proposals for the acquisition, renovation, and redevelopment of the historic First National Bank building located at 5-9 Bank Row, Greenfield, MA. This 1929 art deco building features approximately 6,600 square feet on the ground floor and basement levels, plus a 670-square foot mezzanine, situated on a 7,000-square foot lot within the Bank Row Urban Renewal District.
The project goals include activating the long-vacant building while honoring and preserving its historic granite façade and interior elements like the circular check-writing kiosk and safe deposit gateway. Potential uses include retail, restaurants, boutique hotels, food halls, makerspaces, or residential units. Proposals must include a Technical Proposal and a separate Financial Plan. The final submission deadline is June 26, 2026, at 11:00 AM, following an extension from the original May deadline.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Project Understanding
- Design and Historic Sensitivity
- Ability to Successfully Execute
- Development Capacity
- Strategy and Timeline
- Feasibility of Plan
- Ability to Secure Financing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Technical Proposal
- Financial Plan
- Letter of Intent
- Project Concept
- Building Plans
- Schedule
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Disclosure Statement
- Development Disclosure Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment A: Certificate of Non-collusion
- Attachment B: Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Attachment C: Disclosure of Beneficial Interest
- Attachment D: Price Proposal Form
- Attachment E: Comparative Evaluation Criteria
- Submit to
- 14 Court Square 2nd Floor, Greenfield, MA 01301
- Scope location
- Greenfield, MA
- Projected sq ft
- 13,870 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Greenfield Redevelopment Authority
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 June 26, 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: 14 Court Square 2nd Floor, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Technical Proposal, Financial Plan, Letter of Intent, Project Concept, Building Plans, Schedule, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Disclosure Statement, Development Disclosure Form. 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: "Project Understanding, Design and Historic Sensitivity, Ability to Successfully Execute, Development Capacity, Strategy and Timeline, Feasibility of Plan, Ability to Secure Financing" 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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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: Attachment A: Certificate of Non-collusion, Attachment B: Certificate of Tax Compliance, Attachment C: Disclosure of Beneficial Interest, Attachment D: Price Proposal Form, Attachment E: Comparative E. 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 13870 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.