Notice of Non-Award

This document is a Notice of Non-Award from the City of Hopewell, Virginia regarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) #09-25 for the Lease of Marina Store Building. The City of Hopewell has decided to withdraw and cancel this solicitation, as no responsible offers were received. The City plans to re-evaluate the project scope and will not be making an award for this IFB.

The IFB #09-25 was seeking a qualified company to enter into a 3-year real estate lease contract, from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2027, for the Marina Store Building located at 1051 Riverside Ave, Hopewell, VA 23860. The minimum base rent was $1,350 per month, with a 3% annual escalation starting in the second year. The selected bidder would have been required to complete all improvements to the 1,350 square foot premises at their own cost, while the City would be responsible for operating expenses, property taxes, utilities, and building maintenance. Bids were due by 11:00 am on May 23, 2024 and were to be publicly opened on the same date. The City reserved the right to negotiate with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder if the bids exceeded the available funds. The IFB did not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that could respond, and did not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor did it mention any existing infrastructure or technology that required integration. The IFB did not provide a specific award value or budget range.