RFQ for Commercial Real Estate Services

The Village of Pentwater in Oscoda County, Michigan, is seeking a qualified real estate professional to assist in the sale of the Old Village Hall located at 327 S Hancock Street, a property classified as a Brownfield Redevelopment Site. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is soliciting commercial real estate services with the primary objective of marketing and facilitating the sale of this downtown property. Interested real estate firms must submit sealed qualifications and proposed commission rates by 10:00 a.m. on August 5, 2025, with final selection to occur during the Village Council Meeting on August 11, 2025. The selected firm will be compensated strictly on a commission basis and will be required to provide monthly reports to the Village Council, work closely with the Village Manager, and actively market the property to potential buyers. Evaluation criteria will likely include the firm's experience, marketing strategy, proposed commission rates, and ability to effectively represent the Village's interests in selling the property. Potential bidders may submit questions to Village Manager Rachel Witherspoon via email at manager@pentwatervillage.org no later than Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The RFQ does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. There is no mention of incumbent vendors or existing contractors, and no details are provided about specific infrastructure or technology integration requirements. While the exact award value is not explicitly stated, the compensation will be commission-based, which suggests the potential revenue will be directly tied to the sale price of the property. The Village of Pentwater reserves the right to reject any or all proposals if deemed in the best interest of the municipality, indicating flexibility in the selection process. The property's classification as a Brownfield Redevelopment Site may present additional opportunities or challenges for potential buyers, which could impact the marketing and sale strategy. Interested real estate firms should carefully review the property details and consider the unique characteristics of the downtown Pentwater location when preparing their qualifications and proposals.