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16-038 - RFP: Redevelopment of Former Chestnut Junior High Site

End date: Monday October 5, 2015 at 2 p.m.

Proposals will be due October 5, 2015. Also, questions concerning the RFP must be submitted to the Chief Procurement Officer no later than Friday, September 25, 2015. Questions can be faxed to Lauren Stabilo, CPO at lstabilo@springfieldcityhall.com or faxed to 413-787-6295

The City of Springfield is requesting proposals for the redevelopment of the parcels formally known as Chestnut Street Junior High. The property is located in the Memorial Square neighborhood. The property consists of eight parcels. The total 8 (eight) parcels will total an area estimated to be 166,617 square foot lot. The 8 (eight) distinct parcels that have been combined to total a 166,617 square foot area, or 3.825 acres. The lump assessed sum for all 8 parcels is $127,900.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION

The City's goal is that any development be compatible with the character of Springfield and enhance the positive qualities of its Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods It is a further goal that proposals for the Property be economically viable and demonstrate an ability to generate activity in Downtown and further benefit the greater Springfield community.

The Property is being offered subject to the process outlined within this RFP and the City reserves the right to reject any or all redevelopment proposals. 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

The property is located in the city's Memorial Square neighborhood. Although the section of the neighborhood where the property is located is residential, the neighborhood also has a mix of commercial uses. The primary commercial corridor runs along Main Street to the west. This corridor is characterized by numerous small stores and shopping centers. The site is centrally located with direct access from both Interstate 91 and Interstate 291. The Mass Pike is also within a short driving distance.

The neighborhood is home to two of the regions largest employers, Baystate Health and Mercy Medical Center. Both of these institutions have invested heavily in this area which has revitalized significant portions of this community and are the two largest hospitals in the region. The neighborhood is also home to Shriners Hospital as well as several private medical office developments. The City commissioned a study on this "Medical District" to examine the employee base of over 10,000 people in this district to better understand the opportunities that exist for new housing, retail, and commercial space that would not only serve the neighborhood but also these employees. The Medical District report can be found on the city's planning and economic development website at www.springfieldcityhall.com.

The site is also directly adjacent to the City's downtown which houses many of Springfield's cultural amenities. These amenities include Symphony Hall, City Stage, the Library & Museums at the Quadrangle and the new MassMutual Convention Center. Also, within short walking distance from the site are one of Springfield's largest parks, the Connecticut River Walk & Bikeway and the YMCA health and recreational facility.

Given the location of these eight (8) parcels and its proximity to Springfield's numerous assets, the City believes that this site offers a unique opportunity for redevelopment.

PROJECT PROGRAM PARAMETERS

The City is soliciting proposals from developers interested in undertaking a major development project. The Request for Proposals (RFP) has been developed to permit maximum flexibility to potential developers. Developers are requested to provide their own development concept plan consistent with surrounding land uses. 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.