Disposition of Fire Station #3 at 834 Kempton Street

The City of New Bedford is soliciting proposals from qualified developers for the disposition and development of the former Fire Station #3 located at 834 Kempton St., New Bedford, MA 02740. The property is a .2198 acre parcel in a business district, with a two-story brick and mortar wall building. The city encourages proposals that generate the highest economic impact while providing retail or other services that benefit the surrounding neighborhood. Proposals should include a letter of transmittal, statement of qualifications, comparable projects and references, project narrative, financial information, and additional submittals. • The property is available "as is" and the city will not make improvements or changes to the property as a condition of the sale. • The use of the property will be controlled by current zoning and any other governing regulations. • The building shall be retained and rehabilitated, and the proposer must be prepared to guarantee that the development of the property is completed in accordance with the approved guidelines. • The proposer is responsible for securing private construction financing and obtaining necessary permits and approvals. • The city reserves the right to cancel or reject any or all proposals if it serves the best interests of the city.