The City of Chico (City), in partnership with Chico State (University), and Chico State Enterprises (CSE) (collectively, the Agencies), is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) and conceptual proposals from interested and qualified developers or development teams (Developer) to partner with the Agencies for the potential revitalization and development of a 2.44-acre mixed-use development in the heart of Chico, CA (Project). The Agencies currently anticipate that the Project will include a mixed-use development, parking, and areas for outdoor engagement (i.e., outdoor dining, walking paths, creek viewing, etc.). The Agencies anticipate that the Project will also include outdoor open space and pedestrian connections between the Project site, University, Downtown, and Bidwell Park. The responses to the request for qualifications (RFQ) will give the Agencies the opportunity to identify the most qualified Developer by means of experience, financial capability and motivation to engage in this development effort and the ability to complete the Project in a timely manner. Once a Developer is identified, the Agencies intend to enter into a 180-day Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (plus mutually agreeable extension periods) with the selected Developer. Responding Developers are required to submit eight (8) copies of their SOQ and Conceptual Development Proposal, one (1) of which is unbound, and one (1) electronic copy. The electronic copy must be in searchable and printable Portable Document Format (.pdf) and must be submitted on a USB flash drive. Respondents should be aware that the electronic copy will be used by the City to produce additional printed copies of the submittal, should they be needed.
If no Developer is selected in the initial round of consideration, RFQ will remain open until such time as a Developer is selected.
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