REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP): Purchase of 30 Church Street

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Purchase of Vacant Property
30 Church Street, Middletown, New York 10940
Tax ID 8-10-1
I. Introduction
The City of Middletown, New York (the "City"), hereby solicits proposals from qualified
individuals and entities ("Respondents") for the purchase of City-owned real property known
as 30 Church Street, Middletown, NY 10940 (the "Property"). The Property has no operational
needs to the City is being offered for sale pursuant to applicable provisions of New York State
law and the policies of the City of Middletown.
II. Property Information
The Property is a Vacant City-owned surplus parcel located in the City of Middletown.
Property Summary
* Address: 30 Church Street, Middletown, NY 10940
* Tax Parcel Number: 8-10-1
* Zoning District: C-1
* Lot Size: 64x100 ( sq. ft./acres)
* Current Use: Vacant land
* Ownership: City of Middletown
* Purchase Price: Minimum $25,000.00
All information provided is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Respondents are
responsible for performing their own due diligence regarding site conditions, zoning
requirements, permitted uses, environmental conditions and development constraints.

* The Property is offered as surplus, as-is, where-is, with all faults, and without any
warranties or representations, express or implied, including but not limited to
environmental condition, fitness for a particular purpose, or development feasibility. Any
existing drainage swales or channels must remain unobstructed or altered.
III. Purchase Price and Financial Capacity
Each proposal must clearly state:
* Proposed purchase price;
* Evidence of financial capacity to complete the purchase (e.g., proof of funds, financing
commitment);
The City reserves the right to consider factors beyond purchase price when evaluating proposals.
IV. Submission Requirements
Proposals must include the following information:
1. Cover Letter identifying the Respondent and primary contact person;
2. Proposed Purchase Price;
3. Financial Information demonstrating capacity to purchase the property;
V. Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will be evaluated based on, but not limited to, the following criteria:
* Responsiveness to this RFP;
* Proposed purchase price;
* Financial capacity;
The City reserves the right to negotiate with one or more Respondents and is not obligated to
accept the highest-priced proposal. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

VI. Submission Deadline and Procedure
Proposals must be received no later than:
Thursday, October 1, 2026 until 3:30 PM
Submissions shall be delivered in a sealed envelope marked "30 Church Street Proposal"
to:
City of Middletown
Office of Economic & Community Development
16 James Street, 3rd Floor
Middletown, NY 10940
Late submissions will not be considered.
VII. Conditions and Reservations
* The Property has no municipal needs by the City of Middletown;
* The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals in the best interests of the City;
* The City may waive informalities or minor irregularities in proposals;
* Submission of a proposal does not create any contractual or property interest;
* All costs incurred in the preparation or submission of a proposal are the sole
responsibility of the Respondent;
* Any proposed conveyance shall be subject to approval by the Middletown Common
Council and execution of a formal purchase and sale agreement;
* Any existing drainage swales or channels must remain unobstructed or altered.
* Must Comply with all DEC requirements for any construction activities next to drainage
swales.
* City of Middletown Department of Public Works must have general access to the
drainage swale and/or structures for inspections and maintenance within the property.
VIII. Questions and Additional Information
Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing to:
Office of Economic & Community Development
Att: Maria Bruni, Director
mbruni@middletownny.gov
845-346-4170
Issued by the City of Middletown, Board of Estimate & Apportionment