City of South Portland RFP 04-27 Mahoney City Center Project - 2026
City of South PortlandCity · South Portland, ME- Due
- Aug 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Joshua Reny
- (207) 767-7606
The 30-second brief
The City of South Portland seeks a qualified development partner for the redevelopment and adaptive reuse of the former Mahoney Middle School into the Mahoney City Center, featuring a community center, city hall, public library, and auditorium/gymnasium. The historic 93,000+ sq ft building sits on a 10-acre site at 240 Ocean Street, utilizing a public-private partnership (P3) approach and historic tax credits. The project involves a 6-12 month pre-development evaluation and due diligence period leading to a development agreement. Submissions are due by 2:00 PM on August 17, 2026, with questions due by August 6, 2026. Required insurance includes $400,000 general liability and automobile insurance, plus workers' compensation.
Company's demonstrated experience with comparable historic redevelopment and public-private partnerships (20), Individual qualifications and experience of key personnel (20), Partnership approach, collaboration philosophy, commitment to open-book budgeting, proposed risk allocation (20), Demonstrated Financial capacity (15), Proposed developer compensation structure and alignment of incentives (15), Public engagement approach (10)
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Summary
The City of South Portland seeks a qualified development partner for the redevelopment and adaptive reuse of the former Mahoney Middle School into the Mahoney City Center, featuring a community center, city hall, public library, and auditorium/gymnasium.
The historic 93,000+ sq ft building sits on a 10-acre site at 240 Ocean Street, utilizing a public-private partnership (P3) approach and historic tax credits. The project involves a 6-12 month pre-development evaluation and due diligence period leading to a development agreement. Submissions are due by 2:00 PM on August 17, 2026, with questions due by August 6, 2026. Required insurance includes $400,000 general liability and automobile insurance, plus workers' compensation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Company's demonstrated experience with comparable historic redevelopment and public-private partnerships (20), Individual qualifications and experience of key personnel (20), Partnership approach, collaboration philosophy, commitment to open-book budgeting, proposed risk allocation (20), Demonstrated Financial capacity (15), Proposed developer compensation structure and alignment of incentives (15), Public engagement approach (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Proposal Form
- Cover Letter
- Development Team details
- Relevant Experience
- References
- Financial Capacity
- Development Approach
- Public Engagement
- Project Management Approach
- Developer Compensation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- South Portland, ME
- Projected sq ft
- 93,000 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of South Portland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Joshua Reny.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of South Portland in ME, 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 Joshua Reny at (207) 767-7606. 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: "Company's demonstrated experience with comparable historic redevelopment and public-private partnerships (20), Individual qualifications and experience of key personnel (20), Partnership approach, col..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of South Portland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of South Portland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of South Portland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Proposal Form, Cover Letter, Development Team details, Relevant Experience, References, Financial Capacity, Development Approach, Public Engagement, Project Management Approach, Developer Compensation. Review the full document from City of South Portland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: South Portland, ME. The total projected area is 93000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.