City of Ypsilanti - Request for Qualifications for Water Street Redevelopment Area - WSRA Redevelopment
Town of Ypsilanti charterCity · Ypsilanti, MI- Due
- Feb 1, 2027
- 97 days left
- Posted
- Apr 28, 2025
- Primary contact
- Katie Jones
- (734) 483-9646
The 30-second brief
The City of Ypsilanti is requesting qualifications (RFQ) from experienced development partners for the 38-acre public riverfront Water Street Redevelopment Area (WSRA). The scope involves mixed-use commercial and residential redevelopment on brownfield sites, incorporating affordable housing, sustainable design, ecological restoration, green infrastructure, and community spaces. The 317.15-acre overall site (with approximately 31.15 acres available for sale) requires remediation of environmental contamination, management of non-engineered fill, and adherence to the City's Hundred-Year Vision and Community Benefits Ordinance. Key dates include a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on January 15, 2027, question deadline on January 17, 2027, and submission deadline on February 1, 2027. Submissions require one paper copy and one electronic copy via MITN.
Mixed-use commercial and residential development, Affordable housing units, Green infrastructure, Ecological restoration, Public riverfront park easement and trail integration
Years of experience in brownfield redevelopment, financial ability, proven track record of completing brownfield redevelopment projects
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Summary
The City of Ypsilanti is requesting qualifications (RFQ) from experienced development partners for the 38-acre public riverfront Water Street Redevelopment Area (WSRA).
The scope involves mixed-use commercial and residential redevelopment on brownfield sites, incorporating affordable housing, sustainable design, ecological restoration, green infrastructure, and community spaces. The 317.15-acre overall site (with approximately 31.15 acres available for sale) requires remediation of environmental contamination, management of non-engineered fill, and adherence to the City's Hundred-Year Vision and Community Benefits Ordinance. Key dates include a mandatory pre-proposal meeting on January 15, 2027, question deadline on January 17, 2027, and submission deadline on February 1, 2027. Submissions require one paper copy and one electronic copy via MITN.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Years of experience in brownfield redevelopment
- Financial ability
- Proven track record of completing brownfield redevelopment projects
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Mixed-use commercial and residential development
- Affordable housing units
- Green infrastructure
- Ecological restoration
- Public riverfront park easement and trail integration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Response Submission Form
- Past Experience and References Form
- Qualifications Questionnaire
- Company information
- Project resumes
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- https://www.bidnetdirect.com/mitn
- Scope location
- Ypsilanti, MI
- Reported agency
- City of Ypsilanti
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Town of Ypsilanti charter?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 1, 2027. 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: 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 Town of Ypsilanti charter 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: developer, construction manager, environmental consultant, architect. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mixed-use commercial and residential development, Affordable housing units, Green infrastructure, Ecological restoration, Public riverfront park easement and trail integration. 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: "Years of experience in brownfield redevelopment, financial ability, 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 Town of Ypsilanti charter?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Ypsilanti charter are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Ypsilanti charter regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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, company information, project resumes. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Ypsilanti charter 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.