Renovation of a retail development in Winterville, Georgia. Conceptual plans call for the renovation of a retail development.

The City of Winterville is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to architecture firms experienced in project concept-planning, development of architectural plans, and developing construction and bid documents. Responding firms should be technically qualified and licensed to provide these services and experienced in the preparation of plans for redevelopment and historic building rehabilitation. Services provided will include preparation of a Preliminary Architectural Report and further design services if a Community Development Block Grant Redevelopment Fund, or other Federal or State funding, if awarded. This is not a request for retainer services. The City of Winterville is considering applying for the Community Development Block Grant Redevelopment Fund to assist with the rehabilitation of the historic Blacksmith Shop, located in the town center between the Winterville Depot and City Hall. The City would like to redevelop the property to potentially include office space for city operations, a small business, or a local non-profit. Due to the building's age and location within Winterville's local historic district and National Register historic district, preservation standards and guidelines need to be considered in the plan. The plan will need to include facade improvements, structural stabilization, and other exterior and interior renovations and upgrades. The method of contractor selection has not been determined at this time.