2027-04 Property Redevelopment - Former Ella. T. Grasso Regional Center.pdf

RFQ #2027-04

PROPERTY REDEVELOPMENT OF FORMER

ELLA T. GRASSO REGIONAL CENTER

SEALED submissions are subject to the standard Bidder:

instructions set forth on the attached sheets.

Any modifications must be specifically _________________________________ accepted by the Town of Stratford. Doing Business As (Trade Name)

Address

Released: Wednesday, 19th August, 2026 _________________________________________ Town / State / Zip

Phillip Ryan, Purchasing Agent _________________________________________ Title (Mr /Ms)

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E-mail

Sealed responses will be received by the Purchasing Department at the office of the Purchasing Agent, 2725 Main Street, Room 104, Stratford, Connecticut 06615, up to:

10:00AM, Wednesday, 30th September, 2026

NOTE:

1. Respondents are to complete all requested data in the upper right corner of this page and must return this page with their bid proposal.

2. No responses shall be accepted from, or contracts awarded to, any person/company who is in arrears to the Town of Stratford upon debt, or contract or who has been within the prior five (5) years, a defaulter as surety or otherwise upon obligations to the Town of Stratford.

3. Submissions are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked “RFQ #2027-04” on the outside of the envelope, including all outer packaging, such as, DHL, FedEx, UPS, etc.

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PURCHASING

mailto:purchasing@townofstratford.com http://www.townofstratford.com/

RFQ #2027-04 / Redevelopment of former Ella T. Grasso Regional Center

INVITATION

The Town of Stratford (Town) seeks Statement of Qualifications (RFQ) from development entities interested in proposing redevelopment options of a 23 acre municipally owned property for affordable, housing purposes. The Town acquired the property from the State. The Deed to the Town contains the following restriction:

Grantee shall use the Property for municipal and affordable housing purposes. The Property shall revert to the State of Connecticut in the event (a) the Grantee does not use the Property for municipal and affordable housing purposes; (b) Grantee does not retain ownership of the entire Property; or (c) Grantee leases all or any portion of the Property, other than a lease to a nonprofit organization or public housing authority for affordable housing purposes or any agreement for short-term use of the parcel for recreational purposes by the public.

The property consists of three buildings and an indoor swimming pool which is the former Ella T. Grasso Regional Center facility that ceased operation in 2016. The Town’s goal is to create at least 100 affordable senior units. Additional information is available as attached to this RFQ.

With over 20,000 households and a population density of nearly 1,200 per square mile, the Town is suburban in nature with nearly 23% of its population between the ages of 45-65 and another 20% who are 65 years or older. The Town has prioritized the creation of additional senior housing.

The property is located at 300 Armory Road and is within one mile access to the Merritt Parkway (CT-15) adjacent to Nichols Avenue and Hawley Lane Mall which offers retail shopping, grocery and food outlets, pharmacies, financial institutions and healthcare providers.

The former Connecticut State operated regional care facility was conveyed to the Town of Stratford for the redevelopment of housing. The site includes an administration building and two deteriorating buildings that could be rehabilitated or demolished for new replacement construction. The swimming pool is currently operated by Stratford Public Works. The facility is served by electric, water and sewer utilities.

The Town will shortlist to a minimum of four (4) qualified firms who will be subsequently invited to formally bid via a Request for Qualification (RFQ) process for the redevelopment project.

SITE ACCESS / TOUR OF THE SITE

A tour of the facility shall be provided on Tuesday, 15th September at 10:00AM for prospective developers to access the buildings.

NOTE: Self-touring of the site located at 300 Armory Road (excluding interior building access) is also permissible.

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI) / ADDENDA

Direct all requests in writing to:

Town of Stratford, Purchasing Department Attention: Phillip Ryan, Purchasing Agent E-mail: PRyan@townofstratford.com

NOTE: Verbal requests for information will NOT be accepted.

All information requests must be received in writing to email address above.

Written requests for information will not be accepted after 12:00PM on Tuesday, 22nd September, 2026.

Response will be in the form of an addendum that will be posted approximately Friday, 25th September, 2026 at the close of business to the Purchasing Department website: https://www.stratfordct.gov/page/purchasing-department

It is the responsibility of each respondent to retrieve addenda from the website. Any contact about this RFQ between a respondent and any other Town official and/or department manager and/or Town of Stratford employee, other than as set forth above, may be grounds for disqualification of that respondent. No questions or clarifications shall be answered by phone, in person or in any other manner than specified above. Addenda will not be mailed, e-mailed or faxed out.

mailto:PRyan@townofstratford.com https://www.stratfordct.gov/page/purchasing-department

FORMAT OF SUBMISSION

1. Submit one (1) printed ‘original’ and five (5) copies including one USB in pdf read only format.

2. Provide a general description of the type of organization or partnership, number of years in business, size of firm, personnel qualifications and experience.

3. Include resumes and relevant experience of all personnel to be assigned to project and any subcontractors to be employed.

4. Identify any resources and/or assistance you will require from the Town.

5. Provide information on the circumstances and status of any disciplinary action taken or pending against the firm during the past three years with State regulatory bodies or professional organizations.

6. All submissions shall remain firm for a period not less than 90 days from the proposal due date, unless extended in writing and agreeable to both parties.

7. Provide full details of any exceptions. The Town retains the right to accept or reject any and all exceptions.

8. Provide references for similar projects performed during the last three years including those that accessed and used state and federal program assistance and those within Fairfield County and New Haven County marketplace. Note in particular any senior housing or affordable housing projects as well as any completed in partnership with a municipality or with a public housing authority.

QUALIFICATIONS

Provide the following information:

1. Company statement and experience.

2. Likely approach to the project should your firm be selected to provide a proposal.

3. Statement of familiarity with federal, state and local regulations and programs.

4. Familiarity with procurement of federal and state housing development funding.

5. References of similar completed projects with contact name, address and phone number.

6. Size of firm, including professional/technical staff.

7. Geographical location from which services will be provided.

8. Resumes and experience of individual staff to be engaged.

If the responding firm is a joint venture, the qualifications of each entity shall be identified, the principal to serve as the lead shall be identified, and complete references and experiences shall be provided for all entities and individuals in the partnership.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

1. Lead project manager and team.

2. Experience of team with municipal, state and/or federal resources.

3. Relationship experience with municipal development agencies or public housing authorities.

4. Experience with senior and/or affordable housing production.

5. Experience in public meetings and with community engagement.

6. Likely approach to the redevelopment project.

7. Professional qualifications of individuals on the proposed project team.

8. Certification as state small or minority business (SBE/MBE).

9. References of community officials with similar projects by the team.

SELECTION PROCESS

The Town will review all qualifications submitted in response to this solicitation for conformity. Upon evaluation of all submissions, qualified candidates may be invited to interview with various Town officials, department heads or committee members prior to award. Interviews may be requested at Town’s own discretion.

Upon shortlist selection, the respondent/firm will be expected participate in a proposal process for the redevelopment of the property in accordance with a subsequent RFP process. The goal of the selection process will be to select qualified firms interested in redevelopment of the site consistent with the Town’s needs and goals as outlined in the RFP, and the Town’s Plan of Conservation and Development. (Refer to Link under Attachments).

Critical during the RFP process will include, but not be limited to, such items as the overall plan of the respondent and approach to the project, the proposed financing, the nature of the construction, the anticipated schedule, and factors addressing the needs of the population to be served by the housing.

ATTACHMENTS

Quit Claim Deed – 21st November, 2024 Schedule A - Easement Map [Martin Surveying Associates, LLC] Map - Proposed Lot Split of Parcel – Date 2022-11-22 [Martin Surveying Associates, LLC] Aerial Map [METROCOG] Aerial Images (4) [Google] Plan Stratford 2023 – 20233: Plan_Stratford_POCD.pdf

The respondent hereby certifies that any and all defects, errors, inconsistencies or omissions where identified in the RFQ documents, of which they are aware, either directly or by notification from others, are listed herewith in this submission.

Name Title

Signature Date https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/3632/Stratford/ef3ff179-d4f0-41b7-85b0-5bb633aa8cb1/Plan_Stratford_POCD.pdf?disposition=inline

REFERENCES

Provide client/trade references below:

REFERENCE #1:

Owner Contact Person Phone E-mail

Description

REFERENCE #2:

REFERENCE #3:

This page must be fully completed and submitted with your proposal, including accurate contact names and contact details.

Respondents may opt to submit own formatted reference sheets with complete project details and contact information.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Guarantee All submissions shall remain firm for a period not less than (90) days from the qualifications (RFQ) due date and may not be withdrawn, unless such period is extended in writing and agreeable to both parties.

Bid Bond / Payment and Performance Bonds Bonds are not required to be submitted.

Deadline Submissions not sealed and/or received later than the due time and date will not be considered. No exceptions.

Submissions Proposals are to be submitted in a sealed envelope and clearly marked with the RFQ number on the outside of the envelope or package, including all outer packaging, such as, DHL, FedEx, UPS, etc. All prices and notations must be printed in ink or typewritten.

No erasures are permitted.

Proposals are to be in the office of the Purchasing Agent, 2725 Main Street, Room 104, Stratford, Connecticut, prior to date and time specified.

Right to Accept / Reject AFTER REVIEW OF ALL FACTORS, TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE TOWN OF STRATFORD RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY AND ALL RESPONSES, OR ANY PART THEREOF, OR WAIVE DEFECTS IN SAME, OR ACCEPT ANY

PROPOSAL DEEMED TO BE IN THE BEST INTEREST OF THE TOWN.

Power of Rejection The Mayor shall have the power to reject all responses and to advertise again.

Questions / Requests for Information All questions concerning conditions and specifications should be directed in writing to:

Phillip Ryan, Purchasing Agent: PRyan@townofstratford.com

Inquires must reference date of RFQ opening, requisition or contract number, including the responding firm’s name and address, and must be received no later than the time and date as stated in the bid document. Failure to comply with these conditions will result in the candidate waiving the right to dispute the specifications and conditions.

mailto:PRyan@townofstratford.com

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