RFP #27-022 132 - 136 Pine Ave Redevelopment

The City of Albany, Georgia, has issued RFP #27-022 for the purchase and adaptive reuse redevelopment of a city-owned commercial building located at 132-136 Pine Avenue. The project requires a developer to transition the 13,764 square foot building and its 0.34 acre site from its current as-is condition into a code-compliant, economically productive development. Permitted uses include food and beverage, creative office or coworking spaces, experiential retail, arts and entertainment, or approved mixed-use lodging. The selected developer must conduct comprehensive due diligence, including structural and environmental assessments, and coordinate all designs through the local Historic Preservation Commission to maintain the property's historic character. Key deliverables include ADA-accessible pathways, pedestrian frontage, architectural lighting, and high-quality commercial signage. Proposals must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. on October 16, 2026, to the City of Albany Procurement Division. Submissions require one original, six physical copies, and a searchable PDF on a USB flash drive. Evaluation is based on the overall value to the property owner and downtown (15%), economic and community impact (10%), and financial offer validation (5%). Applicants must provide a bid bond in the form of cash, certified check, or a Georgia-licensed surety bond, and maintain commercial general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence. Required certifications include compliance with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act, a drug-free workplace certification, and a non-collusion affidavit. The City strongly encourages participation from small businesses and minority or women-owned firms.