Property Sale & Development - 13 Southgate Place / E.D.

This solicitation concerns the “as‑is” sale of a 77,000‑sq‑ft surplus property located at 13 Southgate Place, Worcester, MA. The City of Worcester is seeking a qualified developer to purchase the parcel, obtain all required permits, conduct environmental due‑diligence, remove above‑ground debris within 90 days, and complete construction of a taxable, light‑manufacturing or mixed‑use project. The award will be based on a price proposal (minimum $50,000) and evaluation criteria emphasizing viable taxable reuse, commercial space of at least 5,000 sq ft, creation of 10‑plus permanent jobs, and a clear financing plan. The winning bidder must execute a Terms of Conveyance Agreement, begin construction within 30 days of obtaining a building permit, and finish the project within 18‑24 months. • Property: 77,000 sq ft parcel, split‑zoned MG‑2.0/ML‑2.0, “as‑is” sale. • Minimum bid: $50,000 with a 10 % bid security. • Evaluation focuses on taxable reuse, ≥5,000 sq ft of light‑manufacturing space, ≥10 permanent jobs, and demonstrated financial capacity. • Construction must start within 30 days of permit issuance and be completed within 18 months (highly advantageous) or 24 months (advantageous).