The City of Ocala is seeking proposals from qualified developers to demolish several existing structures and design, construct and own or market the sale or lease of one or a combination of three mixed-use developments, a total of 3.38 acres in Downtown Ocala. The total estimated development cost is $20,000,000. The redevelopment of these three catalytic sites is essential in strengthening the Downtown as the regional hub of economic activity, culture, civic identity and distinct urban experiences for North Central Florida.
Developers may submit proposals for a combination of projects but must price each project separately. The RFP requires the developer to specify the type and level of incentives requested (if any), and advises that the City is not necessarily committed to providing incentives. The City is willing to alter the program for site development if it is determined to be necessary or desirable, but the overall project scope should not change.
A Mandatory Pre-Proposal Conference will be held at the Central Purchasing Department, 2100 NE 30th Avenue, Ocala, Florida at 2:00 p.m. (EST) on Wednesday, August 11, 2004. One (1) original and eleven (11) copies of the Proposal (a total of twelve), identified as "Response to the Downtown Redevelopment Project - Chamber of Commerce, Library, and Sprint Sites" RFP #178 must be submitted in a sealed envelope and received by 2:00 p.m. (EST) on Wednesday, September 8, 2004.
Detailed submission guidelines and requirements are outlined in the RFP, available at http://www.ocalafl.org/purchasing/BidProcessing.htm or by contacting W. Daryl Muse, Purchasing Director, City of Ocala, 2100 NE 30th Avenue, Ocala, Florida 34470. Phone (352) 351-6700.

Related Link: City of Ocala Central Purchasing

For more information contact:

W. Darryl Muse
City of Ocala Central Purchasing
2100 NE 30th Avenue
Ocala
Florida 34470
USA

Phone: 352-351-6700
Fax: 352-351-6710
Email: [email protected]
Web: http://www.ocalafl.org/purchasing/BidProcessing.htm