Development of 356 University Ave. SW, Atlanta, GA

Atlanta Beltline, Inc. (ABI) is seeking proposals for the development of a 13.7-acre site located at 356 University Avenue SW in Atlanta, Georgia, which is strategically positioned adjacent to Pittsburgh Yards and the Southside Trail. The Request for Proposal (RFP) aims to solicit comprehensive development plans that prioritize affordable housing, affordable commercial opportunities, and job creation. Potential respondents must thoroughly review the extensive documentation provided, including site analysis reports, environmental assessments, market studies, grading plans, and survey documents. The proposal submission deadline is October 27, 2025, with multiple appendices and technical documents available for detailed review, including Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments, stormwater reports, and schematic pricing sets. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on the proposed development's alignment with ABI's goals of community development, economic opportunity, and sustainable urban design, with a comprehensive review of technical feasibility, financial viability, and community impact.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the project's emphasis on affordable housing and job creation suggests a potential preference for developers with demonstrated experience in community-focused urban redevelopment. The site's location and the nature of the RFP indicate that minority-owned, women-owned, or local Atlanta-based development firms might be viewed favorably. The extensive environmental and technical documentation, including multiple environmental site assessments and survey reports, suggests a complex site with potential remediation or development challenges that will require sophisticated engineering and development expertise. Although no specific budget range is mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the documentation and the site's prime location in Atlanta imply a significant capital investment will be required. Interested developers should carefully review the RFP terms, conditions, and accompanying technical documents to fully understand the scope and requirements of this transformative urban development opportunity.