Redevelopment of the Royal Street Parking Lot and Army/Navy Store Site in the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area (RE-BID)

The City of Tampa is seeking a developer for the redevelopment of four key properties located in the Central Business District within the Downtown Community Redevelopment Area, including the 1420 Parking Lot, 103 E. Laurel St., Royal Street Parking Lot, and the Army/Navy Store property. The Request for Proposals (RFP) aims to create a high-density, mixed-use transit-oriented development with a minimum of 800 total dwelling units, including at least 30% affordable housing for households earning up to 80% of Area Median Income and an additional 20% designated as workforce housing for households earning between 80% and 140% AMI. The project requires 28 conservatory housing units for cultural arts professionals and a minimum of 15,000 square feet of non-residential space, with specific emphasis on walkability, transit integration, public parking, and sustainability features. Proposers will be evaluated on multiple criteria, including housing plan, transportation infrastructure, sustainability, project benefits, financing plan, development team experience, and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) participation. Key dates include a release date of October 13, 2025, a mandatory pre-proposal conference on November 17, 2025, and a response submission deadline of December 12, 2025.

The procurement opportunity includes strong emphasis on Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) participation, with evaluation points awarded for meaningful inclusion of certified local businesses. Proposers must comply with the City of Tampa's Equal Business Opportunity Program, which requires detailed documentation of subcontractor payments and intentions using specific forms such as DMI-30 and DMI-40. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the project involves complex site preparation, including archaeological assessments and environmental site evaluations that have already been conducted. The City will negotiate potential site disposition, which may include sale, lease, or retention of partial ownership. Although a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the project involves multiple city-owned properties and requires significant infrastructure and housing development, suggesting a substantial investment. Proposers must demonstrate extensive experience in urban redevelopment, with a focus on creating a comprehensive, mixed-use development that addresses community needs for affordable and workforce housing, transit-oriented design, and sustainable urban planning.