Historic Home Redevelopment RFP Opportunity

The Griffin-Spalding County Land Bank Authority is soliciting proposals for the rehabilitation and disposition of the historic Haisten's Hospital property located at 522 Meriwether Street, Griffin, Georgia. The property consists of a main building and multiple outbuildings totaling approximately 10,500 square feet on 0.854 acres. This solicitation, identified as PE-33658-NONST-2026-000000004, seeks a responsive offeror capable of preserving the architectural and historical significance of the site. The property is sold as is, where is, with no warranties provided other than the warranty of title for the period of ownership by the authority. Proposals must be submitted via email to gsclba@cityofgriffin.com by 10:00 am on September 28, 2026. Submissions must include a purchase offer amount, a detailed rehabilitation timeline, a summary of the firm's background and historic preservation experience, and financial documentation including profit and loss statements and balance sheets for the preceding three years. Evaluation is based on a 100-point scale, prioritizing the firm's qualifications, the proposed community benefit, the plan for historical preservation, financial ability, and the project timeline, with the sales price accounting for 10 points. Selected buyers must close the transaction within 60 days of a binding agreement through the law firm of Beck, Owen & Murray. Respondents must certify they are not debarred by state or federal agencies and must adhere to strict communication restrictions to avoid disqualification.