Site work and new construction of a mixed-use development in Athol, Massachusetts. Conceptual plans call for the construction of a conference / convention center; for site work for a conference / convention center; hospitality development; and hospitality development.

The Town of Athol's Economic Development and Industrial Corp. (the "EDIC") is issuing this Request for Proposals ("RFP") with the intent for development of a Hotel and Event Space on Parcel 044-002 at Exit 77 (Old Exit 18), State Route 2A/State Route 2/U.S. Route 202. The purpose is to introduce a much-needed hospitality venue and event space to support the revitalization of the tourism and ecotourism economy in the Town and greater North Quabbin region of the Commonwealth. The EDIC anticipates retaining a hotel development and management team responsive to the criteria in this request for proposals Questions regarding this RFP may be sent in writing to the Town Clerk's office address below, or directly via email to Town Manager Shaun A. Suhoski at ssuhoski@townofathol.org, on or before 2:00 pm on August 12, 2024. Responses to questions, as appropriate, will be issued via an Addendum to this RFP by 4:00 pm on August 19, 2024 Late submissions will not be accepted. Unsigned proposals will not be accepted. The EDIC reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and/or limit or refine this project's scope as deemed in the EDIC's best interest. Development Offering The EDIC seeks proposals for the development of a Hotel and Event Space (the "Hotel") to be built on a site located on Parcel 044-002 Exit 77 (Old Exit 18), State Route 2A/State Route 2/U.S. Route 202 (the "Site"). The EDIC intends to develop a hospitality venue, inclusive of event space that can serve approximately 200-300 people, to facilitate and support tourism and local business, and create job opportunities within the area. The EDIC anticipates the development of the Site by sale to a hotel development and management team responsive to the criteria in this request for proposals. The EDIC has recognized a significant local and regional demand for affordable and comfortable lodging for seasonal travelers and tourists to the area, and an event space large enough to host indoor weddings and other social and community events The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.