Bid Detail

10-366 - Redevelopment of 52 Westminster Street

The City of Springfield is requesting proposals for the redevelopment of 52 Westminster Street in the McKnight Local Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The property is a vacant, wood frame, two and half story, Victorian home constructed circa 1882 on a 11,520 square foot lot with approximately 4,000 square feet of living space. The City will entertain all offers that meet the minimum bid requirements.


As stated above, the parcel is in the McKnight Local Historic District, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and which require full review by the Springfield Historical Commission for any and all exterior renovations. Downtown Springfield is a mile to the west, and Springfield Technical Community College and its Enterprise Center are located a half mile to the west. American International College is located less than a mile to the East and Springfield College, Western New England College, MassMutual Life Insurance and the Baystate Health Complex are all located within a three mile radius. Bus lines run along nearby State Street and Bay Street. The parcel is zoned Residence A. The City is most interested in achieving single family owner-occupancy, but will consider proposals that include a small rental unit. The rental unit would require approval by the Board of Appeals.

The property should be redeveloped only as a single family or a single-family with an accessory apartment. Institutional uses as group homes, churches, and schools will not be allowed.

MINIMUM BID PRICE FOR THE PROPERTY IS $1,000.00

Accordingly, questions must be received in writing only at the City of Springfield, Office of Procurement not later than March 22, 2010 Questions may be faxed or mailed. The Office of Procurement fax number is (413) 787-6295. The RFP Committee will compile written answers which will be mailed back to all Proposers who requested a copy of the RFP, no later than March 24, 2010.

Technical Assistance Workshop: Thursday, March 4, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. Location: Office of Housing, 1600 E. Columbus Avenue, Springfield, MA 01105

Site Tour Schedule for 52 Westminster Street

February 9, 2010
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

February 18, 2010
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

February 27, 2010
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

March 12, 2010
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

March 19, 2010
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.


For information regarding,
Historic Renovations and Federal and State tax credit information Contact the Massachusetts Historical Commission (617) 727-8470

Information regarding available CDBG funds being offered by the City of Springfield may be obtained from the City of Springfield Office of Housing (413) 787-6500.

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