Development - Affordable Housing - Lot # 2220-005-003
Closed State & local contract opportunity
- Solicitation number
- ITN-GRM/240549
- State
- Florida
- Responses due
Opportunity facts
- Jurisdictions
- NIGP codes
- UNSPSC codes
- 72111003 On site mobile home repair service
- 72111100 Multiple unit dwelling construction services
- 72111101 New apartment building construction service
- 72111102 New cooperative construction service
- 72111111 General residential construction contractor service
- 95122101 Residential home
- 95122100 Accommodation buildings and structures
- 95122104 Daycare center
- 95122103 Childrens home
- 72110000 Residential building construction services
- Point of contact
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- David Williams dwilliams@ocalafl.gov (352) 629-8350
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About this opportunity
The City of Ocala, Florida, has issued an Invitation to Negotiate (ITN# GRM/240549) seeking qualified for-profit and non-profit developers, builders, partnerships, and agencies to construct affordable housing on Lot #2220-005-003 in Marion County. The procurement targets the development of single-family or multi-family residential units for rent or homeownership, specifically designed to serve households earning up to 120% of Area Median Income. Proposers must demonstrate at least three years of relevant project experience, having completed a minimum of three separate housing projects, and provide comprehensive documentation of financial capabilities. The evaluation criteria total 100 points, with 20 points for development team experience, 30 points for project concept and design, 20 points for financing plan feasibility, and 30 points for development schedule and marketing capability. Key deadlines include October 7, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. EST for submitting questions and October 21, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST for electronic proposal submissions through the City's e-procurement portal. Construction must commence within six months of closing and be completed within eighteen months, with units occupied or sold within eighteen months of receiving the certificate of occupancy.
The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does emphasize the need for developers to demonstrate financial resources and professional expertise in affordable housing development. The City will sell the property at no less than 100% of its assessed value, with a $1,000 security deposit applied to the purchase price. Potential financial incentives include waivers or deferrals for building permits, impact fees, and other development costs for projects meeting affordability standards. The Housing Incentive Fund provides maximum assistance of $20,000, and developers must provide adequate assurance equal to the City Land Value Incentive. The development must maintain affordability for a minimum of twenty years from the certificate of occupancy, with financing options including conventional loans, grants, and deferred payment mechanisms. The property, comprising 0.17 acres and zoned Single Family Residential (R-1A), has existing off-site infrastructure and utilities available, which developers must integrate into their proposed housing units.
Opportunity text
Solicitation No: ITN-GRM/240549 Development - Affordable Housing - Lot # 2220-005-003. ProRFx ID: RFP08212500000108. Contact Name: Mr. David Williams; Contact Email: dwilliams@ocalafl.gov; Contact Phone: (352) 629-8350. The City of Ocala ("City"), through this Invitation to Negotiate ("ITN"), seeks proposals from interested and qualified for-profit and non-profit developers, builders, partnerships and/or agencies interested in constructing affordable and safe residential units designed to meet City Council's goal of increasing the availability of affordable housing for ownership and rent in Ocala, Florida, and contribute to neighborhood stabilization efforts. The constructed housing units may be multi-family units or single-family units for rent or homeownership in accordance with the parcel's current zoning designation. The housing type(s) offered must benefit households up to 120% of Area Median Income as defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. In order to be eligible for consideration, prospective developers, builders, partnerships and/or agencies must meet the minimum qualifications set forth in this ITN and demonstrate proven experience, financial resources, and professional expertise to develop, market, and rent and/or sell quality, affordably priced, residential units. The City reserves the right to request additional information or require execution of additional documentation as may be reasonably necessary to determine the financing of construction of the developed units. The City's Selection Committee shall review all proposals, conduct interviews, and recommend one or more proposals to City Council based on the evaluation criteria set forth herein. City Council may accept any proposal that it deems to serve the public interest and reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. The transfer of title to the property shall not occur until all of the terms of the sale are complete. Language shall be included in the deed document to allow title to revert to the City in the event that construction is not initiated within six (6) months of closing and any deposit or other funds paid by developer shall be forfeited to the City. Construction must be completed and a certificate of occupancy issued for the completed units no later than eighteen months (18 months) from the date of closing. City staff shall schedule and monitor progress meetings to ensure construction is complete in accordance with the Development Agreement. Proposers are encouraged to communicate any questions regarding this ITN by the deadline set forth for questions herein. All questions should be sent in writing via e-mail to the Buyer Contact identified. Questions and answers will be communicated to all proposers by issuing an addendum posted to www.bidocala.com.
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