City of Tomah - Jefferson Street Property Residential Development Request for Proposals 2026 - RFP
City of TomahCity · Tomah, WI- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Charlie Handy
- (608) 374-7511
The 30-second brief
The City of Tomah is seeking statements of interest, evidence of capacity, and proposals from qualified developers and/or builders to construct a two-family or smaller-scale multi-family residential development project on a city-owned 4-acre greenfield parcel located north of Jefferson Street near Schneider Avenue in Tomah, Wisconsin. The property is currently being rezoned to R-3 Residential. Submittals are due by October 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm and must be delivered electronically to the Zoning Administrator. Questions are due by September 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria include agreement to business terms, similar project experience, financial capacity, development team quality, public/private agreement experience, response completeness, project feasibility, and affordability provisions.
The respondent’s agreement to abide by the minimum business terms identified in this RFP, Development of projects of a similar scope and scale, Financial capacity to undertake a project of the proposed magnitude, Overall quality of the development team, Experience with similar public/private development agreements with public sector entities, Quality and completeness of the RFP response, Quality and feasibility of the proposed project, and overall fit within the neighboring area, Provision of Affordability within the project
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Summary
The City of Tomah is seeking statements of interest, evidence of capacity, and proposals from qualified developers and/or builders to construct a two-family or smaller-scale multi-family residential development project on a city-owned 4-acre greenfield parcel located north of Jefferson Street near Schneider Avenue in Tomah, Wisconsin.
The property is currently being rezoned to R-3 Residential. Submittals are due by October 15, 2026, at 4:00 pm and must be delivered electronically to the Zoning Administrator. Questions are due by September 15, 2026. Evaluation criteria include agreement to business terms, similar project experience, financial capacity, development team quality, public/private agreement experience, response completeness, project feasibility, and affordability provisions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The respondent’s agreement to abide by the minimum business terms identified in this RFP, Development of projects of a similar scope and scale, Financial capacity to undertake a project of the proposed magnitude, Overall quality of the development team, Experience with similar public/private development agreements with public sector entities, Quality and completeness of the RFP response, Quality and feasibility of the proposed project, and overall fit within the neighboring area, Provision of Affordability within the project
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Tomah, WI
- Projected sq ft
- 174,240 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Tomah?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Charlie Handy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Tomah in WI, 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 Charlie Handy at (608) 374-7511. 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: "The respondent’s agreement to abide by the minimum business terms identified in this RFP, Development of projects of a similar scope and scale, Financial capacity to undertake a project of the propose..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Tomah?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Tomah are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Tomah 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 Tomah for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tomah, WI. The total projected area is 174240 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.