City of Ironwood - 205 W. Aurora Street Redevelopment Request for Proposals - 2025
City of IronwoodCity · Ironwood, MI- Due
- Nov 14, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- Primary contact
- Paul Anderson
- (906) 932-5050 ext 113
The 30-second brief
The City of Ironwood is seeking proposals from qualified entities to design and construct new multi-family housing at 205 W. Aurora Street, a former Wells Fargo Bank Building built in 1976. The 1.32-acre C-2 Downtown Commercial property is located in the core downtown of Ironwood, MI, in Gogebic County. The project aims to address the local housing shortage by developing 40 to 60 units of multi-family housing with proposed retail space, rental rates, and income targets. Proposals are due by Friday, November 14, 2025, at 11:00 am, with final selection determined by December 8, 2025.
Preliminary Site Plan, Proposed Building Design, Proposed Floor Plans, Proposed Unit Mix-40-60 units, Proposed Retail Space, Proposed Rental Rates and Income Targets, Proposed Sources and Uses of Funds, Proposed Populations Served, Developer Qualifications, Development Team, Development Timeline
Qualifications of the Applicant, Quality and scale/appropriateness of the design, Commitment to affordability, Commitment and alignment with City objectives, Readiness to proceed in a timely manner, Any innovative strategies in design, finance or construction to enhance the sustainability of the project
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Summary
The City of Ironwood is seeking proposals from qualified entities to design and construct new multi-family housing at 205 W. Aurora Street, a former Wells Fargo Bank Building built in 1976.
The 1.32-acre C-2 Downtown Commercial property is located in the core downtown of Ironwood, MI, in Gogebic County. The project aims to address the local housing shortage by developing 40 to 60 units of multi-family housing with proposed retail space, rental rates, and income targets. Proposals are due by Friday, November 14, 2025, at 11:00 am, with final selection determined by December 8, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications of the Applicant
- Quality and scale/appropriateness of the design
- Commitment to affordability
- Commitment and alignment with City objectives
- Readiness to proceed in a timely manner
- Any innovative strategies in design
- Finance or construction to enhance the sustainability of the project
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Preliminary Site Plan
- Proposed Building Design
- Proposed Floor Plans
- Proposed Unit Mix-40-60 units
- Proposed Retail Space
- Proposed Rental Rates and Income Targets
- Proposed Sources and Uses of Funds
- Proposed Populations Served
- Developer Qualifications
- Development Team
- Development Timeline
- Submit to
- City of Ironwood, 213 S. Marquette Street, Ironwood, MI 49938
- Scope location
- Ironwood, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Ironwood?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 14, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Ironwood, 213 S. Marquette Street, Ironwood, MI 49938. For questions, contact Paul Anderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Ironwood 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 Paul Anderson at (906) 932-5050 ext 113. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Preliminary Site Plan, Proposed Building Design, Proposed Floor Plans, Proposed Unit Mix-40-60 units, Proposed Retail Space, Proposed Rental Rates and Income Targets, Proposed Sources and Uses of Funds, Proposed Populations Served, Developer Qualifications, Development Team, Development Timeline. 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: "Qualifications of the Applicant, Quality and scale/appropriateness of the design, Commitment to affordability, Commitment and alignment with City objectives, Readiness to proceed in a timely manner, A..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ironwood?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ironwood are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ironwood 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. Review the full document from City of Ironwood for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ironwood, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.