Site work for a municipal facility in Sanford, Maine. Working plans call for site work for a municipal facility.

As of March 31, 2025, a developer has been selected. A timeline for construction has not yet been established. The objective of this RFP is to solicit developers with extensive expertise in the adaptive reuse of mill buildings and historic restoration. The property is zoned Industrial Reuse which allows for a mix of uses. The first floor of a renovated mill should include commercial space to allow the general public an opportunity to experience this portion of Sanfords history, while upper floors have flexibility for residential, institutional, and/or commercial. This building is within the Downtown Design Review District and should employ elements of historic preservation. All redevelopment plans will need approval by the Sanford Planning Board. This property may be eligible for multiple financing opportunities including Federal and State Historic Tax Credits, New Market Tax Credits, Municipal Tax Increment Financing, Maine Housing, etc. to be determined by the developer at the discretion of each organization. All questions regarding the proposal specifications shall be directed to André Brousseau, Sanford Sewerage District Superintendent at abrousseau@sanfordsewerage.org. All questions must be submitted in writing no later than Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Questions Due October 16, 2024 Answers to questions posted by October 23, 2024 Anticipated project start March 2025 Anticipated project completion March 2028* The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time.