City of White Bear Lake Purchase and Redevelopment of 1280 Birch Lake Boulevard North RFP 2026
City of White Bear LakeCity · White Bear Lake, MN- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jason Lindahl
- (651) 429-8562
The 30-second brief
The City of White Bear Lake invites proposals for the purchase and potential redevelopment of a 0.99-acre property at 1280 Birch Lake Boulevard North, featuring a 14,400 sq. ft. office building. Proposals are due August 21, 2026.
Letter of intent, Proposed use, Purchase price, Earnest money amount, Closing timeline, Due diligence period, Financing contingencies, Development team qualifications, Site plan, Building elevations
Quality and feasibility of proposal, experience and qualifications, purchase price and terms, project schedule and readiness, community benefit
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Summary
The City of White Bear Lake invites proposals for the purchase and potential redevelopment of a 0.99-acre property at 1280 Birch Lake Boulevard North, featuring a 14,400 sq. ft. office building. Proposals are due August 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Quality and feasibility of proposal
- Experience and qualifications
- Purchase price and terms
- Project schedule and readiness
- Community benefit
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Letter of intent
- Proposed use
- Purchase price
- Earnest money amount
- Closing timeline
- Due diligence period
- Financing contingencies
- Development team qualifications
- Site plan
- Building elevations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Building plans, Table 1305-1 Principal Uses
- Submit to
- City of White Bear Lake Community Development Department (email, mail, or personal delivery)
- Scope location
- White Bear Lake, MN
- Projected sq ft
- 14,400 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of White Bear Lake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 21, 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 of White Bear Lake Community Development Department (email, mail, or personal delivery). For questions, contact Jason Lindahl.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of White Bear Lake in MN, 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 Jason Lindahl at (651) 429-8562. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of intent, Proposed use, Purchase price, Earnest money amount, Closing timeline, Due diligence period, Financing contingencies, Development team qualifications, Site plan, Building elevations. 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: "Quality and feasibility of proposal, experience and qualifications, purchase price and terms, project schedule and readiness, community benefit" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of White Bear Lake?
All active and historical solicitations from City of White Bear Lake are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of White Bear Lake 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: Building plans, Table 1305-1 Principal Uses. Review the full document from City of White Bear Lake for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: White Bear Lake, MN. The total projected area is 14400 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.