Cook County Department of Real Estate Management - Logan Square Development Services RFP - 2840-2844 W Fullerton Ave, 2026
Cook CountyCounty · Chicago, IL- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 5 days left
- Primary contact
- Lawrence Brozek
- (312) 339-5317
The 30-second brief
Cook County Department of Real Estate Management requests proposals from qualified developers for the redevelopment of county-owned property at 2840-2844 W Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, into a 100% affordable housing development with retail and parking on the ground level targeting 60-120 AMI. The scope encompasses all development management from inception to completion, community engagement, procurement of entitlements and building permits, architectural and engineering design, financing including LIHTC, environmental remediation, and ongoing operational management. The property is a 0.21-acre parcel (9,150 sq ft) with three parcels (PINs 13-25-323-039-0000, 13-25-323-040-0000, 13-25-323-041-0000) currently zoned C1-1, supporting up to 60 residential units. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at noon CST, to be submitted electronically via the DREM web portal. The project requires professional liability insurance of $1,000,000, general and automotive liability insurance, workers' compensation, and compliance with HUD regulations and Section 3 business participation.
Experience (15 points), Experience and qualifications of key staff and capacity (25 points), Offeror's current and anticipated workload (10 points), Past performance on similar projects and references (15 points), Knowledge and familiarity of governmental regulations (25 points), Ability to meet Section 3 requirements (15 points), Fee Schedule (10 points)
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Summary
Cook County Department of Real Estate Management requests proposals from qualified developers for the redevelopment of county-owned property at 2840-2844 W Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, into a 100% affordable housing development with retail and parking on the ground level targeting 60-120 AMI. The scope encompasses all development management from inception to completion, community engagement, procurement of entitlements and building permits, architectural and engineering design, financing including LIHTC, environmental remediation, and ongoing operational management.
The property is a 0.21-acre parcel (9,150 sq ft) with three parcels (PINs 13-25-323-039-0000, 13-25-323-040-0000, 13-25-323-041-0000) currently zoned C1-1, supporting up to 60 residential units. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at noon CST, to be submitted electronically via the DREM web portal. The project requires professional liability insurance of $1,000,000, general and automotive liability insurance, workers' compensation, and compliance with HUD regulations and Section 3 business participation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Letter of Transmittal
- Previous Affordable Housing Development Experience
- Financing Experience
- Green Building Experience
- Staff Experience and Organization
- Capacity
- General Information
- Utilization of Minority Business Enterprises (MBE)
- Women Business Enterprises (WBE) and Section 3 Business
- Insurance verification
- HUD Form 5369-C
- HUD Form 50070
- Section 3 Business Form
- Non-Collusion Certification
- Public Entity Crime Statement
- References
- Fee Schedule
- Submit to
- www.cookcountyil.gov/content/open-calls-bureau-asset-management
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
- Projected sq ft
- 9,150 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Cook County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.cookcountyil.gov/content/open-calls-bureau-asset-management. For questions, contact Lawrence Brozek.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cook County in IL, 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 Lawrence Brozek at (312) 339-5317. 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: "Experience (15 points), Experience and qualifications of key staff and capacity (25 points), Offeror's current and anticipated workload (10 points), Past performance on similar projects and references..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cook County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cook County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cook County 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 November 16, 2026, 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 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: Letter of Transmittal, Previous Affordable Housing Development Experience, Financing Experience, Green Building Experience, Staff Experience and Organization, Capacity, General Information, Utilizatio. Review the full document from Cook County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. The total projected area is 9150 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.