Category: 
RFP


Location: Lawrence, KS

Request for Information: Lawrence Downtown Parking Lot Redevelopment

Full RFI: https://www.demandstar.com/app/limited/bids/429478/details

Closing: January 16, 2024

Introduction
The City of Lawrence, Kansas, is inviting qualified real estate development entities (“Developer”), with proven experience in mixed-use residential, retail, or Class-A office development, to submit proposals (“Proposal”) for redevelopment of one or more City properties in Downtown Lawrence. Proposals must be for mixed-use projects and may include plans for a single property or multiple properties.

The below properties, all of which are City owned and currently exist as public parking, are being considered for redevelopment into mixed-use projects.

  • 711 New Hampshire Street
  • 826 Vermont Street
  • 1020 Vermont Street

This invitation is not a request for a competitive bid but, rather an invitation to submit a Proposal that may or may not be subject to subsequent discussions and negotiations. By submitting a Proposal, the Developer agrees it does not obtain any right in or expectation to a contract with the City or a vested interest or property right in a contract with the City, regardless of the amount of time, effort, and expense spent expended by the Developer. A Developer shall be solely responsible and liable for all proposal preparation costs incurred.

Project Objectives
The City seeks, for each site, innovative proposals and teams with experience and capability to deliver high quality development.

The project is expected to enhance and reinforce the overall vision of Downtown Lawrence, adding value and complementing the surrounding area. It should produce a long-lasting development that projects a positive community image and enlarges opportunities for pursuing an urban lifestyle. It should also provide quality redevelopment that is consistent with the goals and objectives of the Downtown Lawrence Plan. Sustainable design elements and additional public benefits are encouraged.

The City places a high value, in no particular order of importance, on the following:

  • A vision that supports Downtown Lawrence as the heart of the community, making efficient use of the development area and demonstrating a positive impact on surrounding property and the Downtown area overall.
  • A vision that incorporates elements of an attractive pedestrian environment, that may include but is not limited to characteristics such as prominent entries facing public streets, public outdoor seating, and public art.
  • Superior architectural and urban design that aligns with the Downtown Lawrence Plan.
  • A track record of completing sustainable, dynamic development projects.
  • Projects incorporating sustainable design elements, including green building features.
  • Tenant letters of interest/commitment for high quality potential retail and office uses.
  • Positive economic impacts, that may include direct and indirect tax revenue generation and support of permanent, high-wage jobs.
  • Compensation for land purchase from the City.
  • Projects incorporating one or more public benefits.
  • Limited use of public incentives and/or high cost/benefit ratio for incentives that may be requested.

How to Apply
In order to receive considerations, responses must be received by the City no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Time on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Any proposals, modifications, or revisions received after the submittal deadline will not be considered.

Developer shall submit one (1) electronic copy on www.lawrenceks.org/eBid.