dania beachREQUEST_FOR_LETTERS_OF_INTEREST-148_N_Federal_Hwy_.pdf

CITY OF DANIA BEACH, FLORIDA

OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER

REQUEST FOR LETTERS OF INTEREST FOR A

REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER

FOR CITY CENTER USE DEVELOPMENT

ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY

148 N FEDERAL HWY

CITY BID NO. 26-000

The City of Dania Beach, Florida (the "City") is requesting Letters of Interest (“LOI”) from qualified real estate developers to enter into a Developer Agreement for the development of both parcels of a highly visible City-owned City-Center-zoned property located at 148 N Federal Hwy in Dania Beach, Broward County, Florida. The parcels benefit from a newly restored height and density allowance of up to 14 stories applicable to the Center-City zone.

The property consists of two contiguous parcels with two separate folios, 504234011630 (Parcel 1) and 5042340111640 (Parcel 2). Parcel 1 is improved with two commercial buildings previously used for a restaurant and retail, and Parcel 2 is partially improved with a paved parking lot.

The combined parcels are 18,700 sf and are suitable for commercial and/or residential development. The two buildings on Parcel 1 are approximately 2000 sq ft under air.

Sketch of building dimensions on Parcel 1.

Dania Beach is at the center of global trends that are completely rewriting the future of urban development. There is an uncommon commitment to the future of Dania Beach shared by its residents, government and business institutions. It’s a realistic vision based upon awareness that redevelopment of Broward’s “original” city involves infill development and redevelopment of obsolete structures with modern and sustainable building while still preserving the unique character that defines Dania Beach. We are seeking developers that share this vision with well-timed and well-placed investments as the subject property is located within the Community Redevelopment Agency Federal Highway District.

The City has been recognized as a “Platinum City” in terms of expedited development services. Developers can expect a concierge level of service through the City that is unsurpassed by neighboring cities.

Dania Beach's strategic location and affordable land prices have made it a popular destination for development, and several exciting projects are currently being built within the city. This growth is expected to continue, and the University of Florida’s Bureau of Economic Research (BEBR) projects that more than 8,200 new residents will be added within the city limits by 2040.

The City is seeking innovative development partners who share its vision for revitalizing the Federal Highway corridor through high-quality architecture, pedestrian-friendly design, and projects that contribute to a dynamic sense of place. The selected development partner will have the opportunity to work collaboratively with the City to create a signature project that serves as a catalyst for additional private investment throughout the corridor.

As part of the City's recently re-established development incentive program, qualifying projects may be eligible for enhanced development opportunities, including building heights of up to fourteen (14) stories, subject to applicable zoning regulations, development agreements, and City approvals. These incentives are intended to encourage transformative projects that maximize the value of this strategic location while advancing the City's long-term redevelopment objectives.

The City of Dania Beach, which is Broward County’s First City, is a rising municipality in sunny south Florida, ideally situated between Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, Fl. It is centrally located and is just minutes from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Port Everglades Seaport, I95, I-595 and the Florida Turnpike. The city also has convenient access to Tri-Rail and Brightline rail systems. The Dania Beach Casino, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and its iconic Guitar Hotel are just a few of the top attractions that are easily accessible.

INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS

1. GENERAL: The following instructions are given for guiding proposers in properly preparing their proposals.

For information concerning procedures for responding to this Letter of Interest

(“LOI”),

contact the Procurement Department through the OpenGov portal. Such contacts are for clarification purposes only. Material changes, if any, to the specifications or selection procedures will only be transmitted by written addendum. No oral communications shall be relied upon as changing, clarifying or interpreting any provision of this LOI.

Inspections of the restaurant site can be arranged by contacting the Procurement Department at procurement@daniabeachfl.gov

2. SCOPE OF WORK: The goal of this LOI is to select a qualified real estate developer operator for development of City-owned property.

3. ACCEPTANCE OR REJECTION OF PROPOSALS: The City, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal, in whole or in part, which is in the best interest of the City. Proposals are subject to review and evaluation by the City.

4. SELECTION: The City will consider offers from interested parties to be responsive and responsible if accurate information is submitted as requested and the respondents are deemed to be otherwise qualified.

4.1 Proposers must submit a letter detailing their qualifications, experience, financial ability and an outline of financial terms (e.g., proposed rent payable to the City).

4.2 Proposers must submit at least five (5) references from other persons, entities, or both. Current contact names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers must be supplied.

4.3 Proposers must submit the Public Entities Crime Form signed by principals of respondents and dated prior to submission of a proposal (a copy of the form is attached).

4.4 Proposers must also submit the Non-Collusion Affidavit form signed by principals of respondents and dated prior to the submission of a proposal (a copy of the form is also attached).

5. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Proposers shall be individuals, firms, corporations, or other legal entities permitted by law to do business in the State of Florida and shall possess the necessary development and restaurant experience, demonstrate financial ability and meet the qualifications outlined below.

6. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS: Each Proposer desiring consideration shall submit electronic proposals outlining qualifications, financial ability and relevant experience. Multiple LOI’s from one person or entity are not acceptable. Proposals must be submitted electronically to OpenGov, the City’s designated electronic bidding platform.

The LOI shall, as a minimum, include the following information:

6.1 Business Structure: Provide a description of the general capabilities of the proposer, including information relating to total size of company, if any, and staffing, resources and equipment.

6.2 Provide the résumés of all key personnel who shall be assigned to the business operations.

6.3 Relevant Experience: describe restaurant development and operational experience in detail.

6.4 A personal financial statement and a business financial statement, including a balance sheet.

6.5 Lawsuits. Provide a listing of all lawsuits or proceedings involving the proposer and any other person or entity within the past five (5) years, including case name and number, court, nature of the action and disposition or status.

6.6 Experience and qualifications of project manager and key personnel.

6.7 Description. Estimated cost and projected time for completion of development.

6.8 Copies of all licenses, certificates of competency or other documentation required by federal, state or local laws, statutes or regulations required to redevelop the site and conduct restaurant operations and a projected date when restaurant operations will begin is sought.

6.9 Respondents shall provide a clear description of the proposed development, including its vision, land uses, development program, design approach and anticipated community benefits. The proposal must identify the City’s tangible, financial and intangible benefits, demonstrate how it maximizes the value of the City’s investment and include a clear analysis of the anticipated return on investment (ROI).

6.10 Conceptual design including building elevation and site plan

All Letters of Interest must be signed by a representative who is authorized to contractually bind the proposer.

7. EVALUATION CRITERIA AND PROCEDURES: All submissions will be evaluated based on the information provided in the Letters of Interest. Evaluation criteria will include, but not be limited to, City review of background and experience of the Respondent’s references, financial ability, proposed financial (rental) terms, and any outstanding or pending lawsuits involving a Respondent. The City may select for interview a short list of five (5) or fewer applicants deemed to be the most highly qualified from those Respondents submitting Letters of Interest.

The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, or parts of proposals, to waive any informalities, technicalities or irregularities, to re-advertise for proposals, to request re-proposals or clarifications, or take any similar actions that may be deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City intends to negotiate an agreement with the most highly qualified Respondent.

8. POSTPONEMENT OF DATE FOR SUBMITTING PROPOSALS: The City reserves the right to extend the date for the receipt of proposals and will give ample notice of any such postponement to each prospective Respondent.

9. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND OPENING: Letters of Interest must be received by the Procurement Department no later than 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 13, 2026. Proposals will be publicly opened that same day at 11:00 a.m.

either through a virtual or in-person process.

10. ADDENDUM, ADDENDA, CHANGES OR INTERPRETATIONS DURING

LETTERS

OF INTEREST PROCESS: Any inquiry or request for interpretation received ten

(10) or more days prior to the date fixed for the opening of the responses will be given consideration. All such requests for interpretations will be made in writing in the form of an addendum or addenda and will be posted on OpenGov for prospective Respondents no later than five (5) calendar days prior to the established response opening date. The Respondent shall not rely on oral representations, discussions, clarifications or modifications. Each prospective Respondent shall acknowledge receipt of such addendum or addenda in the space provided in the Addendum form. In case any Respondent fails to acknowledge receipt of such addendum or addenda, the response will nevertheless be considered as though it had been received and acknowledged, and the submission of the Letter of Interest will constitute acknowledgment of the receipt of same. It is the responsibility of each Respondent to verify receipt of any addendum and all addenda issued before responses are opened.

11. CONE OF SILENCE

Definitions: “Cone of Silence,” as used in this LOI, means a prohibition on any communication between: a potential vendor, service provider, proposer, lobbyist, or consultant, and: a City Commission member, the City’s professional staff, including, but not limited to, the City Manager and her staff, or any member of the City’s Bid Review Committee.

Restriction: Notice: A Cone of Silence shall be imposed upon this LOI upon the advertisement of the LOI. At the time of imposition of the Cone of Silence, the City Manager or designee shall provide for public notice of the Cone of Silence by posting a notice at City Hall.

Termination of Cone of Silence: The Cone of Silence shall terminate at the beginning of the City Commission (whether a regular or special meeting) at which the City Manager makes a written recommendation to the City Commission.

However, if the City Commission refers the City Manager’s recommendation back to the City Manager or Staff, for further review, the Cone of Silence shall be reimposed until such time as the City Manager makes a subsequent written recommendation.

Exceptions to Applicability: The provisions of this section shall not apply to:

Communication with the City LOI representative;

Oral communications at pre-proposal conferences;

Oral presentations before any Selection Committee;

Public presentations made to the City Commission members during any duly noticed public meeting;

Communications regarding the LOI between a potential vendor, service provider, proposer, lobbyist or consultant and the City’s Procurement Administrator or City employee designated as responsible for administering the procurement process for the LOI, provided the communication is limited strictly to matters of process or procedure already contained in the corresponding solicitation document;

Communications with the City Attorney and his staff;

Duly noticed site visits to determine the competency of a Proposer regarding the LOI during the time period between the opening of Proposals and the time the City Manager makes a written recommendation;

Any emergency procurement of goods or services pursuant to City Code;

Proposals to the City’s request for clarification or additional information;

Communications to enable City staff to seek and obtain industry comments or perform market research, provided all related communications between a potential vendor, service provider, proposer, lobbyist, or consultant and any member of the City’s professional staff including, but not limited to, the City Manager and staff are in writing or are made at a duly noticed public meeting.

Penalties: Violation of this section by a Proposer or other listed person shall render any LOI selection, award or contract to the Proposer voidable by the City Commission or City Manager. Any person who violates a provision of this section may be prohibited from serving on the City Selection Committee. In addition to any other penalty provided in this LOI, violation of any provision of this section by a City employee may subject the employee to disciplinary action.

Please contact the City Attorney for any questions concerning “Cone of Silence” Compliance.

PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS

1. Sworn Statement Regarding Public Entity Crimes

2. Non-Collusion Affidavit

3. References

4. Documentation as described in “Submittal Requirements”, Item No. 6 of this

LOI

Sworn Statement Under Section §287.133(3)(a), Florida Statutes on Public Entity Crimes

(This form must be signed in the presence of a Notary Public or other officer authorized to administer oaths.)

1. This sworn statement is submitted with this Request for Letters of Interest, City Bid No.

26-000.

2. This sworn statement is submitted by:

(name of entity submitting sworn statement) its business address is:

Federal Identification Number (FEIN) is: _________________________________________ (if applicable)

Social Security Number:

(if the entity has no FEIN, include the Social Security Number of the individual signing this sworn statement)

3. My name is: _________________________________________

(PRINT NAME of individual signing this document) and my relationship to the entity is: _________________________________________

(President, General Partner, etc. as applicable)

4. I understand that a "public entity crime" as defined in Section 287.133(1)(g), Florida Statutes, means a violation of any state or federal law by a person with respect to and directly related to the transaction of business with any public entity or with an agency or political subdivision of any other state or with the United States, including, but not limited to, any bid or contract for goods or services to be provided to any public entity or an agency or political subdivision of any other state or of the United States and involving antitrust, fraud, theft, bribery, collusion, racketeering, conspiracy, or material misrepresentation.

5. I understand that "convicted" or "conviction" as defined in Section 287.133(1)(b), Florida Statutes, means a finding of guilt or a conviction of a public entity crime, with or without an adjudication of guilt, in any federal or state trial court of record relating to charges brought by indictment or information after July 1, 1989, as a result of a jury verdict, nonjury trial, or entry of a plea of guilty or nolo contendere (also known as “No Contest”).

6. I understand that an "affiliate" as defined in Section 287.133(1)(a), Florida Statutes, means:

(a) A predecessor or successor of a person or a corporation convicted of a public entity crime; or

(b) An entity under the control of any natural person who is active in the management of the entity and who has been convicted of a public entity crime. The term "affiliate" includes those officers, directors, executives, partners, shareholders, employees, members, and agents who are active in the management of an affiliate.

The ownership by one person of shares constituting a controlling interest in another person, or a pooling of equipment or income among persons when not for fair market value under an arm's length agreement, shall be a prima-facie case that one person controls another person. A person who knowingly enters into a joint venture with a person who has been convicted of a public entity crime in Florida during the preceding 36 months shall be considered an affiliate.

7. I understand that a "person" as defined in Section 287.133(1)(e), Florida Statutes, means any natural person or any entity organized under the laws of any state or of the United States with the legal power to enter into a binding agreement and which bids or applies to bid on contracts let by a public entity, or which otherwise transacts or applies to transact business with a public entity. The term "person" includes those officers, directors, executives, partners, shareholders, employees, members, and agents who are active in management of an entity.

8. Based on information and belief, the statement which that I have marked below is true in relation to the entity submitting this sworn statement. (Please indicate which statement applies):

______Neither the entity submitting the sworn statement, nor any officers, directors, executives, partners, shareholders, employees, members or agents who are active in management of the entity nor any affiliate of the entity have been charged with and convicted of a public entity crime subsequent to July 1, 1989.

_______ The entity submitting this sworn statement, or one or more of the officers, directors, executives, partners, shareholders, employees, members or agents who are active in management of the entity or an affiliate of the entity has been charged with and convicted of a public entity crime subsequent to July 1, 1989 and

(Please now indicate which additional statement below applies):

______ There has been a proceeding concerning the conviction before a hearing officer of the State of Florida, Division of Administrative Hearings. The final order entered by the hearing officer did not place the person or affiliate on the convicted vendor list. (Please attach a copy of the final order)

______ The person or affiliate was placed on the convicted list. There has been a subsequent proceeding before a hearing officer of the State of Florida, Division of Administrative Hearings. The final order entered by the hearing officer determined that it was in the public interest to remove the person or affiliate from the convicted vendor list. (Please attach a copy of the final order)

______ The person or affiliate has not been placed on the convicted vendor list.

(Please describe any action taken by or pending with the Florida Department of General Services)

SIGNATURE (of person whose name Date first appears above)

STATE OF FLORIDA )

COUNTY OF ___________ )

Sworn to and subscribed before me on __________________________, 2026, by ____________________________________, as _________________________________ of ______________________________, a ________________ corporation/partnership, on behalf of the corporation/partnership who (check one) [ ] is personally known to me or [ ] has produced ________________________________ as identification.

Signature of Notary Public

PRINTED Name of Notary

My commission expires:

NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT

The undersigned Bidder/Proposer has not divulged to, discussed, or compared his/her/its Bid/Proposal with any other Bidders/Proposers and has not colluded with any other Bidder/Proposer or parties to the Bid/Proposal whatsoever.

Name of Bidder/Proposer

SIGNATURE of Bidder/Proposer or Authorized PRINT Name of Bidder/Proposer or Authorized Agent of Bidder/Proposer Agent of Bidder/Proposer

Title

__________________, 2026.

Date

STATE OF FLORIDA )

) ss:

COUNTY__________ )

BEFORE ME, an officer duly authorized by law to administer oaths and take acknowledgments, personally appeared ☐ physical presence or ☐ online notarization, on _________________ as _________________, of ___________________, an organization authorized to do business in the State of Florida, and acknowledged and executed the foregoing statement as the proper official of _______________________ for the use and purposes mentioned in it and affixed the official seal of the entity, and that the instrument is the act and deed of that entity. He/she is personally known to me or has produced __________________________ as identification.

Signature of Notary Public

PRINTED Name of Notary

My commission expires:

REFERENCES

The following is a list of at least five (5) references from entities for which the Proposer has provided similar services in the past three years:

Name of Firm, City, County, or Agency: _____________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________

Contact Name, e-mail address and telephone number: ___________________________________

Name of Firm, City, County, or Agency: _____________________________________________

Name of Firm, City, County, or Agency: : _____________________________________________

Contact Name, e-mail address and telephone number: : ___________________________________

ADDITIONAL REFERENCES MAY BE ATTACHED AND SUBMITTAL OF THEM IS ENCOURAGED