City of Ypsilanti - Request for Qualifications for Water Street Redevelopment Area - WSRA
City of YpsilantiCity · Ypsilanti, MI- Due
- Feb 1, 2027
- 82 days left
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2025
- Primary contact
- Katie Jones
- (734) 483-9646
The 30-second brief
The City of Ypsilanti is seeking qualified developers for the mixed-use redevelopment of the Water Street Redevelopment Area (WSRA), a 317.15-acre brownfield site located at 4 Water Street. The scope involves master planning, environmental due care compliance, infrastructure integration, and commercial or residential construction while preserving a 100-foot-wide park easement along the Water Street Trail. Proposals are due by February 1, 2027, following a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on January 15, 2027. Respondents must demonstrate at least five years of experience successfully redeveloping brownfield sites and comply with local living wage ordinances.
Number of years and level of experience in brownfield redevelopment, financial ability and proven track record of completing brownfield redevelopment projects
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Summary
The City of Ypsilanti is seeking qualified developers for the mixed-use redevelopment of the Water Street Redevelopment Area (WSRA), a 317.15-acre brownfield site located at 4 Water Street.
The scope involves master planning, environmental due care compliance, infrastructure integration, and commercial or residential construction while preserving a 100-foot-wide park easement along the Water Street Trail. Proposals are due by February 1, 2027, following a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on January 15, 2027. Respondents must demonstrate at least five years of experience successfully redeveloping brownfield sites and comply with local living wage ordinances.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Number of years and level of experience in brownfield redevelopment, financial ability and proven track record of completing brownfield redevelopment projects
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Response Submission Form
- Past Experience and References Form
- Qualifications Questionnaire
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn
- Scope location
- Ypsilanti, MI
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Ypsilanti?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 1, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn. For questions, contact Katie Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Ypsilanti in MI, 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 RFQ 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 Katie Jones at (734) 483-9646. 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: "Number of years and level of experience in brownfield redevelopment, financial ability and proven track record of completing brownfield redevelopment projects" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ypsilanti?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of February 1, 2027, 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 RFQ?
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: Response Submission Form, Past Experience and References Form, Qualifications Questionnaire, signed addenda. Review the full document from City of Ypsilanti for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ypsilanti, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.