City of Providence - Request for Proposals for the Redevelopment of 246 Prairie Avenue - 2026
City of ProvidenceCity · Providence, RI- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicholas Cicchitelli
The 30-second brief
The Providence Redevelopment Agency seeks a qualified development partner for the redevelopment of a 4.6-acre parcel located at 246 Prairie Avenue (Former Urban League Site), Providence, RI 02905 (Plat 45/Lot 911). The Agency seeks proposals for a combination of uses including housing, commercial, retail, fresh food amenities, and open space on the C-3 heavy commercial zoned site. Submissions are due by December 4th, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Up to $500,000 in match funding is available for projects incorporating affordable housing. Evaluation criteria include development team experience, financial feasibility, community impact, implementation readiness, and affordable housing strategy.
Development team experience, qualifications, and prior work 25%, Project financial feasibility and Respondent's financial capacity 15%, Community impact and neighborhood considerations 20%, Project schedule and implementation readiness 15%, Alignment with Agency objectives 15%, Affordable Housing Strategy 10%
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Summary
The Providence Redevelopment Agency seeks a qualified development partner for the redevelopment of a 4.6-acre parcel located at 246 Prairie Avenue (Former Urban League Site), Providence, RI 02905 (Plat 45/Lot 911).
The Agency seeks proposals for a combination of uses including housing, commercial, retail, fresh food amenities, and open space on the C-3 heavy commercial zoned site. Submissions are due by December 4th, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Up to $500,000 in match funding is available for projects incorporating affordable housing. Evaluation criteria include development team experience, financial feasibility, community impact, implementation readiness, and affordable housing strategy.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Development team experience
- Qualifications
- Prior work 25%
- Project financial feasibility and Respondent's financial capacity 15%
- Community impact and neighborhood considerations 20%
- Project schedule and implementation readiness 15%
- Alignment with Agency objectives 15%
- Affordable Housing Strategy 10%
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Providence, RI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Providence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Nicholas Cicchitelli.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Providence in RI, 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 Nicholas Cicchitelli. 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: "Development team experience, qualifications, and prior work 25%, Project financial feasibility and Respondent's financial capacity 15%, Community impact and neighborhood considerations 20%, Project sc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 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. Review the full document from City of Providence for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Providence, RI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.