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PURPOSE + OVERVIEW The South Bend Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”) is soliciting proposals for a reimagination of the former River Glenn Office Park, with the desire to reconnect the western bank of the St. Joseph River with Downtown South Bend. This 5+ plus acres of land adjacent to the St. Joseph River is ripe for redevelopment and investment, filling a hole in the urban fabric of the city. The site is on the edge of Downtown South Bend adjacent to the St. Joseph River. The Commission is open to reuse of the current three office buildings on the site but prefers proposals for a full redevelopment of the site. The site is already connected with the recently revamped Howard Park across the St. Joseph River via a pedestrian bridge. Interested developers should review the Monroe Park Neighborhood Plan to understand the broader vision for the area. The Monroe Park Plan calls for the project site to be transformed into a lively, walkable area with medium to high density residential development with strategically located commercial uses. This RFP does not commit the Commission to award a contract or pay costs incurred in preparation of a proposal responding to this request. Proposals will be received on a rolling basis. For questions or clarifications, please contact Joseph Molnar at: jrmolnar@southbendin.gov. PROJECT REQUIREMENTS Adhere to the general design principles outlined in the Monroe Park Neighborhood Plan; Meet zoning ordinance requirements; Be urban in building design and site layout; Properly address the St. Joseph River and riverwalk; Reflect the architectural character of surrounding properties and South Bend’s architectural history; and Feature a variety of housing options (size and price points) if housing is included. 5.32 ACRES 81,021 GROSS BUILDING SQ FT ADJACENT TO THE ST JOSEPH RIVER 5 MINUTE WALK TO DTSB + HOWARD PARK AT A GLANCE