City of Williamsport Invitation for Bids - Sale of City Hall 2026
City of WilliamsportCity · Williamsport, PA- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Scott Williams
- (570) 327-7566
The 30-second brief
The City of Williamsport is soliciting sealed bids for the sale and adaptive reuse of its historic 41,600 sq ft City Hall building. Bidders must provide a development plan preserving the building's character by September 30, 2026.
Signed Bid Form, Earnest Money Terms, Financing & Financial Capacity, Company Information & References, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Nondiscrimination clause, Development Plan
Highest responsive and responsible bidder, Qualifications of Respondent, Financial capability, Experience with historic properties
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Summary
The City of Williamsport is soliciting sealed bids for the sale and adaptive reuse of its historic 41,600 sq ft City Hall building. Bidders must provide a development plan preserving the building's character by September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Highest responsive and responsible bidder
- Qualifications of Respondent
- Financial capability
- Experience with historic properties
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Signed Bid Form
- Earnest Money Terms
- Financing & Financial Capacity
- Company Information & References
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Nondiscrimination clause
- Development Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A (11 Pa.C.S. § 12402.1), Exhibit B (City Hall Floor Plans)
- Submit to
- 144 W 3rd St, Williamsport, PA 17701
- Scope location
- Williamsport, PA
- Projected sq ft
- 41,619 sq ft
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Williamsport?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: 144 W 3rd St, Williamsport, PA 17701. For questions, contact Scott Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Williamsport in PA, 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 IFB 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 Scott Williams at (570) 327-7566. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed Bid Form, Earnest Money Terms, Financing & Financial Capacity, Company Information & References, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Nondiscrimination clause, Development Plan. 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: "Highest responsive and responsible bidder, Qualifications of Respondent, Financial capability, Experience with historic properties" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Williamsport?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Williamsport are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Williamsport 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 IFB?
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: Exhibit A (11 Pa.C.S. § 12402.1), Exhibit B (City Hall Floor Plans). Review the full document from City of Williamsport for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Williamsport, PA. The total projected area is 41619 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.