Bid Detail

21-105 - Redevelopment of Former Gemini Building Site

The City of Springfield is requesting redevelopment proposals for the site known as the Gemini Site (“the Property”). The Property is located in the South End neighborhood, consisting of fifteen (15) distinct parcels with a total area of 96,351 square feet and all are currently zoned Industrial A, with the exception of two parcels that are zoned Commercial P. However, the City has initiated the zone change process to re-zone all parcels Residence B1.

The Property is approximately 2.2 acres; with a total assessed value (as of F Y20) is $423,100.

The specific parcel breakdown for the Property is as follows:

a) 08850 – 0019 3,788 SF Assessed Value $27,000
b) 08850 – 0018 3,165 SF Assessed Value $22,600
c) 08850 – 0016 4,652 SF Assessed Value $25,100
d) 08850 – 0013 3,885 SF Assessed Value $23,300
e) 08850 – 0046 37,036 SF Assessed Value $79,200
f) 08850 – 0038 4,803 SF Assessed Value $25,400
g) 08850 – 0037 4,036 SF Assessed Value $24,100
h) 08850 – 0036 4,037 SF Assessed Value $24,100
i) 08850 – 0035 2,319 SF Assessed Value $32,600
j) 02560 – 0019 3,937 SF Assessed Value $22,100
k) 02560 – 0017 5,740 SF Assessed Value $21,700
l) 02560 – 0015 5,632 SF Assessed Value $27,600
m) 02560 – 0013 5,442 SF Assessed Value $21,300
n) 02560 – 0010 4,015 SF Assessed Value $23,900
o) 02560 – 0009 3,864 SF Assessed Value $23,100


Total Area: 96,351 SF Total Value: $423,100

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The City is seeking development teams who are willing to purchase and develop the site in accordance with the goals stated herein and in a way that complements and adds value to the community. The goals of the City in seeking redevelopment proposals for the site include, but are not limited to the following:

A. Achieving a high-quality multi-family residential home ownership development that complements neighboring homes, existing assets, and enhances the surrounding community.
B. Incorporating a marketing plan and capitalizing on existing homeownership incentives and financial products applicable to the neighborhood.
C. Ensuring that sound market understanding and financial development principles are applied.
D. Providing financial returns to the City including, but not limited to, proceeds of sales, incremental tax revenues, and secondary financial impacts.
E. Offering opportunities for community input and participation.
F. Creating opportunities for Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises.
G. Ensuring work opportunities for Springfield residents.
I. Providing community and public space improvements and activities that enhance the project site and the community.

The City’s goal is to accept a project that will be compatible with the distinct existing residential character of the South End Neighborhood and enhances its economic stability. The City believes this goal is aligned with a project that advances an ownership multi-family housing development which is affordable to owners making between 80% - 120% of Springfield’s median income.

The Property is being offered for development subject to the process outlined within this RFP, and the City reserves the right to reject any or all redevelopment proposals for any reason. While all information furnished herein was gathered from sources deemed to be reliable, no representation or warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness.

TARGET AREA LOCATION (Map)

The parcels are located in the City’s South End Neighborhood.

The South End neighborhood, the smallest of the city’s seventeen neighborhoods is located less than ½ mile south of the Central Business district. Although the section of the neighborhood where the property is located is mostly residential, there are also mixes of commercial uses. Particularly along the Main Street corridor, which is known throughout Western Mass for the South End’s neighborhood businesses and retailers, many of which were founded by its’ Italian immigrant population. The neighborhood has also been the recipient of significant investment over the past five years. Including the newly constructed $10.3 million South End Community Center, which is located next to the recently upgraded Emerson Wight Park. The newly opened $960 million MGM Springfield Casino and Hotel Complex is also located within the neighborhood. MGM Springfield includes multiple restaurant and bar options, a luxury hotel, and various entertainment options including a movie theatre, bowling alley and casino.

The former Gemini site is vacant land that is the former home of a 100,000 SF textile mill (owned by the Gemini Corporation) that was destroyed by a fire in 2003. The site consists of fifteen (15) vacant parcels that combined equal approximately 2.2 acres of land. The site is centrally located, with proximity access from both Interstate 91 and Interstate 291. The Mass Pike is also within a short driving distance. It is located within ¼ mile to the MGM Springfield Casino and Hotel complex and the South End Community Center.

Given the location of this parcel and its proximity to Springfield’s numerous assets, the City believes that this site offers a unique opportunity for redevelopment.

The City is soliciting proposals from developers interested in undertaking a multi-family for sale residential development. Developers are requested to provide a development concept plan for the site which is consistent with surrounding architectural design aesthetics. Proposals shall also contain an analysis of the method in which the Proposer will mitigate the impacts upon transportation, utilities, the environment, etc. caused by the proposed project.

The City of Springfield supports the goal of twenty percent minority and women participation in all contracts. No questions will be answered unless received by the Chief Procurement Officer at least 7 days prior to the expiration of the time set for submitting bids or proposals. The Chief Procurement Officer reserves the right to waive any informality in and to reject any or all bids if it is in the public interest to do so.

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