REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR Project Management Chinatown Downtown Revitalization Initiative(s) a) Building Upgrades b) Light Up Chinatown

In 2023, CPLDC was assigned funding as part of the NYS Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) program to implement two separate community priority projects related to revitalizing downtown portions of Manhattan as outlined within Exhibit A: Chinatown DRI Strategic investment Area . You can find out more about the State’s DRI program online at: https://www.ny.gov/programs/downtown-revitalization-initiative The two DRI projects are: ? Chinatown Buildings Upgrade Fund This project involves administering a $900,000 small grant fund aimed at improving local businesses through façade and storefront improvements, including street level ADA accessibility, historic plaques, signage, awnings, lighting, and security cameras. ? Expand and Improve Light Up Chinatown This project consists of improving district lighting, expanding festive street lanterns, and installing illuminated standalone art installation(s). Part of the work includes creating a toolbox of lighting improvements and installing additional lighting components that, combined, will improve street visibility and safety for residents, strengthen Chinatown’s cultural identity, and attract local working population, tourists and visitors. The two projects were identified as part