Developer Partner for Linden St. Redevelopment

The Needham Housing Authority is seeking qualified developer partners to assist in the disposition and redevelopment of its public housing site located at 138-188 Linden Street in Needham, Massachusetts. The site currently features approximately 72 aging, deeply affordable studio apartments designated for seniors and disabled residents, situated on roughly four acres of land. The redevelopment process is contingent upon approval from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC). Interested parties can access the Request for Proposals (RFP) package through the NHA website. The project aims to attract development proposals with a budget range between five million and twenty million dollars, emphasizing the need for comprehensive redevelopment solutions that align with community needs and housing affordability goals. The solicitation was posted on June 24, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for August 7, 2024. The project is categorized under NAICS code 441110, indicating a focus on the retail trade, but in this context, it pertains to the development sector. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Cheryl Gosmon, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. This initiative represents a significant opportunity for developers to participate in transforming a key public housing asset into a revitalized, sustainable community space, with the potential for substantial redevelopment within the specified financial parameters.