RFP for Acquisition and Redevelopment of 802 Walnut Street Allentown, PA 18102

The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Allentown (RACA) is soliciting proposals for the acquisition and redevelopment of 802 Walnut Street in Allentown, PA, with a focus on preserving and adaptively reusing a historic 1890 building. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PennBid portal by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10th, 2026, following a two-step process: an unpriced technical proposal and a separately sealed financial offer. Questions regarding the project must be submitted through PennBid’s “Ask a Question” feature no later than Monday, June 8th, 2026, with all responses distributed via public notice. A technical assistance session is scheduled for June 4th, 2026, to help applicants navigate submission requirements, though it will not address project-specific details. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a 100-point trade-off system prioritizing financial capacity and offer (25 points), project design and feasibility (25 points), team experience (20 points), economic impact including affordable housing and job creation (15 points), and project schedule and risk mitigation (15 points). At least 50% of residential units must be affordable for households at or below 80% of Area Median Income, and MWBE participation is encouraged but not formally certified. Proposers must comply with HUD standards, the Pennsylvania Ethics Act, local zoning, and historic preservation rules that prohibit demolition. All submissions must be completed using the provided RFP Response Template and include a certified Non-Collusion & Ethics Affidavit, proof of site control, a 5-year preliminary pro forma, and a sources and uses budget. RACA retains the right to reject any or all proposals, waive minor irregularities, and negotiate terms to best serve the public interest. The place of performance is confirmed as 802 Walnut Street and related RACA-controlled properties in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. No federal contract clauses, FAR references, or standardized accounting identifiers apply since this is a municipal procurement.