HomeMy WebLinkAboutRequest for Proposals - Northside Blvd & Louise St (Former YMCA Northside Blvd)For mer Northside Blvd. YMCA Request for Proposals
AT A GLANCE
7 COMMISSION-OWNED PARCELS
5.99 TOTAL ACRES
ALONG ST. JOSEPH RIVER
5 MINUTE DRIVE FROM THE HEART OF
DOWNTOWN SOUTH BEND
PURPOSE &
OVERVIEW
Utilize architectural character that is
reflective of the existing, traditional
neighborhood character;
Feature a variety of housing price points;
Properly address St. Joseph River; and
Utilize flood plain for storm water and/or
open space opportunities.
The South Bend Redevelopment Commission (the
“Commission”) is soliciting proposals for the former
YMCA property located along Northside Blvd. and
Louise St. The 5.99 acre site is comprised of 7
Commission-owned parcels.
The Commission is primarily interested in middle -
density housing: small-scale apartment buildings
and townhouses. Situated along the St. Joseph
River and minutes away from downtown, the site is
ripe for redevelopment and investment.
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 due on September 10 .
Questions can be sent to Erin Michaels at
emichaels@southbendin.gov.
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PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
All proposals must be submitted using the legal name of the
organization with whom a contract would be executed and must be
signed by an authorized representative. An electronic copy of the
submittal, in a single PDF document, shall be submitted to
emichaels@southbendin.gov with subject line of “Proposal: Former
Northside Blvd. YMCA Redevelopment” and include each of the
following:
COVER LETTER
Provide a brief cover letter including an overview of the Applicant’s
organization, the proposed development, and proposed purchase price.
ORGANIZATIONAL INFORMATION
Detail the qualifications, skills, background, and relevant experience of
the organization. Nonprofit applicants must provide a copy of its tax-
exempt nonprofit status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code.
CONCEPTUAL SITE PLAN
Provide a conceptual site plan that illustrates the layout and design of
the proposed project.
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
A description of how the proposed project meets the evaluation
criteria.
The purchase price for the Commission-owned parcels identified in
this RFP.
A description of proposed building type(s). This must include the
number of units, approximate unit size and number of bedrooms /
baths per unit, and planned price point (market rate vs. subsidized).
Details about the project post-construction, such as proposed
occupancy (i.e., rental, for-sale), overview of marketing plan for
selling or renting unit(s), and overview of property maintenance and
management plan (if maintaining ownership).
BUDGET
Provide a clear understanding of the
overall project budget, funding
source(s), and basic project pro forma,
including the developer fee.
A F F I D A V I T O F N O N -C O L L U S I O N
Applicant shall complete the Affidavit of Non-Collusion on the form
provided. The Affidavit is affirmation that the Applicant has not
colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any other Applicant or
person, firm, or corporation regarding any submittal to the
Commission.
The Commission shall not be responsible for errors and/or
omissions on the part of the Applicant, and the Commission will
not be responsible for making interpretations or deleting or
correcting errors in calculations. The Commission expressly
reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, and to
waive any informalities, irregularities, or technical defects if such
are deemed, in the Commission’s sole opinion, to be immaterial.
TIMELINE
Provide a start-to-finish timeline for the implementation
of the project, including timeframes for completion of
major milestones.
E V I D E N C E O F F I N A N C I A L R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y
Must demonstrate ability to execute proposed project
(see form: Statement of Qualification and Financial
Responsibility included in this document).
A D J O I N I N G P R O P E R T Y C O O P E R A T I O N
Favorable credit will be given to proposals that have agreements
with adjoining property owners for redevelopment and/or access.
D E S I G N
The size and character of the proposed development fits the
general design principles for the site. Specifically, the design,
site layout, number of units, materials, and similar
considerations will be evaluated.
E X P E R I E N C E
Applicant has sufficient experience and a successful track
record of projects of similar type, size, and complexity.
F I N A N C I A L R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y
The Applicant demonstrates the ability to finance and complete
the Proposal in the timeframes stated.
S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y
The degree to which sustainability features are incorporated
beyond building code requirements.
P U R C H A S E P R I C E
Proposed purchase price for the Commission-owned parcels.
PRO J E C T S C O P E
A competitive project, for example, may consist of medium-
density housing such as small-scale apartment buildings and
townhouses.
Additional consideration will be given to proposals that
coordinate or integrate development on this parcel with
neighboring properties.
Any other factors which will assure the Commission that the
proposal will best serve the interest of the community, both
from the standpoint of human and economic welfare and public
funds expended.
R F P R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Proposal is complete and meets or exceeds the requirements
of this request for proposals.
C O N S I S T E N C Y W I T H C I T Y P L A N S A N D S T U D I E S
Proposal is consistent with the goals of River East
Development Area Plan.
South Bend Zoning Ordinance
TIF Districts
River East Development Plan
The staff of the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission will review all submittals to determine
whether they are complete and responsive to this RFP.
Only submittals that are complete, responsive, and meet
all requirements of this RFP will be evaluated. Complete
and responsive submittals from qualified applicants will
be reviewed in detail as they are submitted. If warranted,
the Commission reserves the right to request
clarification or additional information from individual
applicants. If a proposal is accepted, the proposal will
be publicly recommended at a meeting of the South
Bend Redevelopment Commission.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
PROCESS FOR EVALUATION RESOURCES
FORMER NORTHSIDE
BLVD. YMCA RFP
TIMELINE
RFP RELEASED
June 26 2025th
PROPOSALS DUE
September 10 , 2025 at 12PMth
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
PROPOSAL OPENING
September 11 , 2025th
INTERVIEWS/FOLLOW UP
September 12 — October 31 , 2025thst
STAFF RECOMMENDATION TO
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
November 13 , 2025th
EXAMPLE YMCA
SITE PLAN
Red outline indicates the City-
owned parcels included in this RFP
Townhomes are shown in yellow
Multifamily apartments and flats
shown in orange