RFP - Benjamin Barnes Property

The City of Tuscaloosa is seeking proposals to acquire or lease two adjacent properties—the former Benjamin Barnes Branch YMCA (≈ 2.29 acres, ~12,000 sq ft building) and the Weaver Bolden Building (≈ 0.073 acres). The properties are to be used for community‑civic, charitable, or social‑service purposes, serving underserved West Tuscaloosa residents. The City will convey the properties “as‑is,” with the successful respondent responsible for all utilities, repairs, and maintenance. Proposals must be submitted electronically by the deadline, and the City may grant up to a 90‑day exclusive due‑diligence period followed by a 45‑day contract execution window. No set purchase price is disclosed; fair‑market value per HUD guidelines will be applied. • Properties: 2.29‑acre YMCA site plus adjacent 0.073‑acre building, both zoned R‑3. • Intended use: Community‑civic, charitable, or social‑service programs (e.g., education, health, economic development). • Process: Submit PDF proposal ≤ 6 pages; City may conduct due‑diligence (up to 90 days) and aims to sign lease/sale within 45 days of feasibility confirmation. • Financials: No fixed price; fair‑market valuation required; buyer assumes all post‑transfer costs. • Requirements: Confidential markings allowed; proposals become public records; public hearing required due to prior HUD funding.