Building repurposing of mary cheney library
Closed State & local contract opportunity Posted
- Solicitation number
- 25/26-50
- State
- Connecticut
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdiction
- UNSPSC codes
- 30000000 Structures and Building and Construction and Manufacturing Components and Supplies
- 80000000 Management and Business Professionals and Administrative Services
- 72000000 Building and Facility Construction and Maintenance Services
- 95000000 Land and Buildings and Structures and Thoroughfares
- 22000000 Building and Construction Machinery and Accessories
- 81000000 Engineering and Research and Technology Based Services
- Point of contact
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- Cora Narracci cnarracci@manchesterct.gov (860) 647-3033
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About this opportunity
The Town of Manchester, Connecticut is requesting proposals for the adaptive reuse and occupancy of the Mary Cheney Library, a historic building in Downtown Manchester's public park, with proposals due October 15, 2026. The Town Board intends to select one qualified entity or team to repurpose the building as a community asset and revitalize the Downtown District through a use or combination of uses that preserves the building's full exterior.
The scope calls for an established organization or entity to occupy and activate the historic structure in a manner that leverages its character and location while maintaining the exterior envelope. Proposers should demonstrate how their proposed use aligns with the Town's preferred goals and objectives for community benefit and downtown vitality. The vendor registration instructions and detailed scope of work documents are available through the Town's procurement system and must be reviewed before submission.
The procurement timeline includes a proposal deadline of October 15, 2026. Interested parties must register as vendors through the Town's system to access the full project description, submission requirements, and evaluation criteria prior to proposal submission.
Opportunity text
The Town of Manchester is requesting proposals from established organizations or entities interested in occupying an iconic historic building within a visible, accessible public park in Downtown Manchester. The Town Board of Directors' intent is to see the Mary Cheney Library building repurposed as a community asset and to bring renewed energy and vitality to the Downtown District. The Town seeks a use or combination of uses that will take advantage of the character of the location and space, while preserving the full exterior of the existing building. One proposal from a qualified entity or team in keeping with the preferred goals, objectives and uses outlined in this document will be selected.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| OPENGOV VENDOR REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS.pdf |
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