Description
The City of Mesa is seeking information from nonprofit or community‑based organizations about their interest and capability to lease the Sunaire property (6733 E Main St, Mesa, AZ 85205) for programs that qualify under the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The lease is nominal – $1 per year – and the City will retain responsibility for structural and major mechanical systems, while the tenant will operate the shelter, handle routine maintenance, utilities, security, and program insurance. Responses will be used solely for market research and to shape future lease terms; no contract award is implied at this stage.
• Property: 64‑room, unfurnished emergency shelter consisting of two buildings (58‑room 2‑story primary building + 6‑room secondary building).
• Program scope: Any ARPA‑eligible service (homeless assistance, health, education, workforce development, etc.) that benefits Mesa residents.
• Financial requirement: Tenant must fund all operating costs; the City provides only a nominal $1/yr lease and no operating‑cost reimbursement.
• Submission: Electronic response via the City’s Vendor Self‑Service portal; must be signed by an authorized representative and submitted by September 3 2026, 3:00 PM.
• Engagement: Optional on‑site property tour on August 27 2026; questions due by August 24 2026.