Downtown Redevelopment Project - Barron's Branch Private Parcel RFP

Hunt Real Estate and Infrastructure, serving as Master Developer for the Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project in McLennan County, Texas, is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) soliciting qualified partners for mixed-use development on eight private parcels totaling approximately 8.5 acres surrounding the new 12-acre Barron's Branch Park. The procurement seeks transformational mixed-use development proposals encompassing more than one million gross square feet, including retail, multifamily housing, office spaces, and structured parking designed to complement civic amenities and activate the district year-round. Qualified respondents must demonstrate capability in large-scale mixed-use development, urban design integration, and project delivery expertise. A mandatory preproposal meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time via Teams Link, with proposals due by March 12, 2026. All submissions must be directed via email to Rodney Moss at Moss@huntcompanies.com, with the Bonfire platform explicitly not accepting electronic submissions. Interested parties must register at https://www.wacodowntownredevelopment.com/barrons-branch-private-parcel-rfp#rfp to access the complete RFP documentation, and inquiries should be directed to Rodney Moss at Rodney.Moss@huntcompanies.com or 214-437-8016.

The available documentation does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, incumbent vendors, or award value ranges for this opportunity. As a public-private partnership initiative representing the first phase of the Waco Downtown Redevelopment Project, this procurement represents a significant development opportunity for qualified mixed-use development firms capable of executing large-scale urban redevelopment. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are detailed in the provided materials. Prospective respondents should consult the complete RFP documentation upon registration for comprehensive evaluation criteria, specific parcel details, design requirements, and financial terms governing this development partnership.