City of Norton Shores Act 198 Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Application 2024
City of Norton ShoresCity · Norton Shores, MI- Due
- Oct 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2024
- Primary contact
- Rachel Pavlich
- (517) 335-7460
The 30-second brief
The City of Norton Shores is accepting applications for Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Certificates (IFE) under Act 198 of 1974. This program provides tax abatements for eligible businesses located within Plant Rehabilitation or Industrial Development Districts that are relocating to the City or expanding existing operations. The maximum abatement term is twelve years. Applicants must submit a completed application, information sheet, and agreement along with a processing fee to the City Clerk. Requirements include certification of job creation/retention and actual costs for real and personal property acquisitions. Applications must be submitted within 180 days of the start of construction, and the state tax commission deadline for certification is October 31st annually. The process involves a public hearing and City Council approval.
Job creation, Job retention, Location within eligible district, Expansion or relocation status
Hear what Norton Shores plans next before it's posted.
Get alerts freeFree account · 30-second setup · No credit card
Summary
The City of Norton Shores is accepting applications for Industrial Facilities Tax Exemption Certificates (IFE) under Act 198 of 1974.
This program provides tax abatements for eligible businesses located within Plant Rehabilitation or Industrial Development Districts that are relocating to the City or expanding existing operations. The maximum abatement term is twelve years. Applicants must submit a completed application, information sheet, and agreement along with a processing fee to the City Clerk. Requirements include certification of job creation/retention and actual costs for real and personal property acquisitions. Applications must be submitted within 180 days of the start of construction, and the state tax commission deadline for certification is October 31st annually. The process involves a public hearing and City Council approval.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Job creation
- Job retention
- Location within eligible district
- Expansion or relocation status
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Information Sheet
- Agreement
- Processing Fee
- Personal Property Schedules
- Building Permit
- Itemized Listing of Machinery/Equipment
- Submit to
- City Clerk, 4814 Henry Street, Norton Shores MI 49441
- Scope location
- Norton Shores, MI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Norton Shores?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Clerk, 4814 Henry Street, Norton Shores MI 49441. For questions, contact Rachel Pavlich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Norton Shores 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 Bid 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 Rachel Pavlich at (517) 335-7460. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
Show 4 more questions
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Job creation, Job retention, Location within eligible district, Expansion or relocation status" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Norton Shores?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Norton Shores are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Norton Shores 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 Bid?
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: Information Sheet, Agreement, Processing Fee, Personal Property Schedules, Building Permit, Itemized Listing of Machinery/Equipment. Review the full document from City of Norton Shores for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norton Shores, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.