City of Mobile RFP to Purchase Vacant Lot 3 McGregor Avenue - RE-001-26
City of MobileCity · Mobile, AL- Due
- Aug 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Carleen Stout-Clark
The 30-second brief
The City of Mobile is soliciting proposals for the purchase and redevelopment of a surplus vacant lot located at Lot 3, McGregor Avenue, Mobile, AL 36608 (Key No. 12800123). The subject property is approximately 2,953± square feet, currently zoned R1, and is situated in the Spring Hill Avenue area. The City requires a minimum bid of $15,700.00 (fair market value). Proposals must include a purchase price, a detailed rehabilitation project timeline with milestones such as a statement of proposed use and Certificate of Occupancy, and proof of financial capability. The site is currently below the 6,000 sq ft minimum lot area required for development under the City's Unified Development Code, requiring purchasers to conduct due diligence regarding permitted uses. Sealed proposals are due by August 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST at the City Clerk's Office.
Purchase price, Detailed rehabilitation timeline, Statement of proposed use, Certificate of Occupancy milestone, Proof of funds or line of credit, Three references for similar projects, Signed Response Form
Price, proposed use and rehabilitation plan, financial capacity
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Summary
The City of Mobile is soliciting proposals for the purchase and redevelopment of a surplus vacant lot located at Lot 3, McGregor Avenue, Mobile, AL 36608 (Key No. 12800123).
The subject property is approximately 2,953± square feet, currently zoned R1, and is situated in the Spring Hill Avenue area. The City requires a minimum bid of $15,700.00 (fair market value). Proposals must include a purchase price, a detailed rehabilitation project timeline with milestones such as a statement of proposed use and Certificate of Occupancy, and proof of financial capability. The site is currently below the 6,000 sq ft minimum lot area required for development under the City's Unified Development Code, requiring purchasers to conduct due diligence regarding permitted uses. Sealed proposals are due by August 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST at the City Clerk's Office.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Price
- Proposed use and rehabilitation plan
- Financial capacity
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Purchase price
- Detailed rehabilitation timeline
- Statement of proposed use
- Certificate of Occupancy milestone
- Proof of funds or line of credit
- Three references for similar projects
- Signed Response Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Property Survey
- Site Plan
- Response Form
- Submit to
- City Clerk’s Office, 9th Floor South Tower, 205 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602
- Scope location
- Mobile, AL
- Projected sq ft
- 2,953 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Mobile?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 31, 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: City Clerk’s Office, 9th Floor South Tower, 205 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602. For questions, contact Carleen Stout-Clark.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Mobile in AL, 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 Carleen Stout-Clark. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Purchase price, Detailed rehabilitation timeline, Statement of proposed use, Certificate of Occupancy milestone, Proof of funds or line of credit, Three references for similar projects, Signed Response 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: "Price, proposed use and rehabilitation plan, financial capacity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mobile?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mobile are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mobile 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: Property Survey, Site Plan, Response Form. Review the full document from City of Mobile for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mobile, AL. The total projected area is 2953 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.