RFP #27-021 218 N. Washington Redevelopment

The City of Albany is seeking a developer to purchase, fully acquire, and adaptively reuse the historic 5,100‑sq‑ft former Water, Gas & Light building at 218 N. Washington Street. The project requires comprehensive interior rehabilitation, historic masonry preservation, and alignment with the Downtown Albany Master Plan. Proposers must demonstrate financial capacity, submit a detailed redevelopment concept (office, mixed‑use, retail, incubator, etc.), and provide a schedule for acquisition, design, construction, and opening. The RFP includes a mandatory pre‑proposal conference (virtual) and a strict submission deadline of October 13, 2026. • Property: 218 N. Washington St., Albany, GA – approx. 5,100 sf, sold “as‑is.” • Scope: Full acquisition + adaptive reuse; interior overhaul, structural stabilization, historic façade preservation (no painting/coating). • Desired uses: Office/professional services, incubators, restaurants/cafés/retail, mixed‑use, cultural/arts/tourism spaces. • Evaluation criteria: Development concept (25 %), financial capacity (20 %), experience (15 %), acquisition terms (15 %), schedule (10 %), economic impact (10 %), financial offer validation (5 %). • Mandatory pre‑proposal conference: Sep 21, 2026 (Zoom, optional). • Submission: One original, six copies, and a searchable PDF on USB; sealed envelope to Procurement Division, 222 Pine Ave, Suite 260, Albany, GA. • Required documents: corporate seal, Secretary of State certificate, principal list, insurance certificates, non‑collusion certification, etc.