RFI 1-25 Potential Real Estate Development
| Agency: | New Smyrna Beach Utilities |
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| State: | Florida |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| NAICS Category: |
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| Posted Date: | Apr 14, 2025 |
| Due Date: | Apr 22, 2025 |
| Solicitation No: | RFI 1-25 |
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Main
Agency
City of New Smyrna Beach Utilities Commission
City of New Smyrna Beach Utilities Commission
Status
Active
Active
Fiscal Year
2025
2025
Title
RFI 1-25 Potential Real Estate Development
RFI 1-25 Potential Real Estate Development
Type
Request for Information
Request for Information
Department
Procurement
Procurement
Online Submissions
Yes
Yes
Project Estimate
Piggyback Solicitation
No
No
Insurance Required
No
No
Bid Bond Required
No
No
Bid Bond Amount
Performance Bond Required
No
No
Performance Bond Amount
Construction Bond Required
No
No
Construction Bond Amount
Scope of Services
The Utilities Commission, City of New Smyrna Beach, Florida dba New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU), invites individuals, real estate development firms, partnerships and corporations ("Respondents") to provide insights on unique and creative ideas for the potential development of property owned by NSBU (the "Subject Site"). The Subject Site for potential development consists of +/- 600 acres located within the City of New Smyrna Beach, also referred to as the Western Utility Complex (WUC). Respondents should consider this opportunity as a blank canvas to pitch ideas for the development of and use of the Subject Site. This is a process to gather information and ideas from the public/development industry to better ensure community engagement and expand the potential for development to benefit NSBU and the City of New Smyrna Beach community. While NSBU has some expectations, current and planned public purpose uses, regarding the development of the Subject Site, NSBU invites anyone with ideas to submit a Response to this RFI. Responses to this RFI will be evaluated solely for informational purposes and will not lead to the awarding of any contract. However, it is expected that the information and ideas obtained will be used to contribute to the creation of future competitive solicitations which may result in one or more agreements with a Respondent.
The Utilities Commission, City of New Smyrna Beach, Florida dba New Smyrna Beach Utilities (NSBU), invites individuals, real estate development firms, partnerships and corporations ("Respondents") to provide insights on unique and creative ideas for the potential development of property owned by NSBU (the "Subject Site"). The Subject Site for potential development consists of +/- 600 acres located within the City of New Smyrna Beach, also referred to as the Western Utility Complex (WUC). Respondents should consider this opportunity as a blank canvas to pitch ideas for the development of and use of the Subject Site. This is a process to gather information and ideas from the public/development industry to better ensure community engagement and expand the potential for development to benefit NSBU and the City of New Smyrna Beach community. While NSBU has some expectations, current and planned public purpose uses, regarding the development of the Subject Site, NSBU invites anyone with ideas to submit a Response to this RFI. Responses to this RFI will be evaluated solely for informational purposes and will not lead to the awarding of any contract. However, it is expected that the information and ideas obtained will be used to contribute to the creation of future competitive solicitations which may result in one or more agreements with a Respondent.
Dates(All times are listed as
EST
)
Broadcast Date
3/10/2025 8:00 AM EST
3/10/2025 8:00 AM EST
Question End Date
3/25/2025 2:30 PM EST
3/25/2025 2:30 PM EST
Due Date
4/22/2025 2:30 PM EST
4/22/2025 2:30 PM EST
Bid Opening Date
Pre-Bid Conferences
Total: 0
(All times are listed as
EST
)
| Date | Time | Mandatory | Location |
Documents
Quote/Bid
Quote/Bid Items
Additional Quote/Bid Items Fields
Quote/Bid Items
Total: 0
| # | Required | Group | Make | Model | Description | Quantity | Unit of Measure | Price/ Percent | Type |
Delivery Date
None
None
Required Files to be Uploaded by the Vendor
None
None
Shipping
None
None
Terms and Conditions
None
None
Include Shipping in Price of Items
No
No
Display Bid Tabulation to Vendors
No
No
Display Vendor Submissions to Vendors
No
No
View Vendor Submissions while Bid Solicitation is Active
No
No
Allow Options File to be Updated after Due Date
No
No
Allow Post Due Date Submission
No
No
Questions & Answers
Total: 16
| Question | Date Asked | Answer | Date Answered |
| we understand that there is a significant amount of wetlands and flood plain areas that will prohibitive utilization of property. Is NSBU able to complete a confirming study of the specific land that is suitable for development? | 3/18/2025 2:31:11 PM | We have received your questions. They will be answered in the form of an addendum issued in accordance with the RFI schedule. Thank You! | 3/19/2025 9:20:54 AM |
| Will NSBU working with the City of New Smyrna Beach be able to guarantee the entitlements for the project to support the proposed development concepts shown in the RFI on page 21? | 3/18/2025 2:34:15 PM | ||
| Has the proposed Williamson Road and connector road to State Route 44 been approved by FDOT and Volusia County for construction? Will these be funded and built by the respective public agencies? Are both connection points to SR 44 approved for traffic lights to address safety and accessibility to the NSBU property? | 3/18/2025 2:41:31 PM | ||
|
Does NSBU have as-built plans for their existing headquarters at 200 Canal Street that can be shared electronically to determine repurposing of the facilities?
Has an appraisal and/or presale price of the existing offices been completed/considered? |
3/18/2025 2:50:10 PM | ||
| Is NBSU desirous to have one development entity responsible for all public/private work related to the new development and repurposing/redevelopment of existing assets? | 3/18/2025 2:52:21 PM | ||
| Is there potential for a continued service contract or consulting opportunity with the NSBUC following these proposals? | 3/25/2025 1:46:22 PM | ||
| Does NSBUC require assistance in developing the headquarters building or will you self-perform? | 3/25/2025 1:46:41 PM | ||
| Has NSBUC conducted a space analysis to assess future needs of the headquarters building? | 3/25/2025 1:46:55 PM | ||
| Are there any state or local public contributions or incentives for infrastructure costs, such as a TIF or CDD? | 3/25/2025 1:47:15 PM | ||
| What is the estimated timeline for completing infrastructure improvements if the NSBUC was responsible for delivering site? | 3/25/2025 1:47:34 PM | ||
| Does NSBUC need to sell the property first to fund infrastructure or other project costs if NSBUC was responsible for delivering the site ? | 3/25/2025 1:47:51 PM | ||
| Will you contribute to common area expenses of the overall project on SR 44; i.e. storm water management, shared entrance roads, shared lift stations, shared signage? | 3/25/2025 1:48:11 PM | ||
| Has a property condition assessment been conducted for the current Canal St. HQ building, and is it designated as historic? | 3/25/2025 1:48:30 PM | ||
| Are there any prohibited uses imposed by either NSBUC or the City for the State Road 44 property or the Canal St. HQ building? | 3/25/2025 1:48:49 PM | ||
| Is expedited permitting an option for the State Road 44 project and/or the Canal St HQ building? | 3/25/2025 1:49:12 PM | ||
| What public elements or amenities would NSBUC or the City require in either project? | 3/25/2025 1:49:27 PM | We have received all of your questions. They will be answered in the addendum issued in accordance with the RFI schedule. | 3/26/2025 8:28:07 AM |
Commodity Codes
Total: 19
| Code | Description |
| [208-76] | Real Estate/Property Management |
| [209-77] | Real Estate/Property Management |
| [578-63] | Real Estate: Land and Improvements |
| [912-77] | Real Estate Developers |
| [918-89] | Real Estate/Land Consulting (Including Land Survey Consulting) |
| [958-83] | Real Estate Management Services (To include Listing and Sales Services) |
| [906-57] | Land Development and Planning - Architectural |
| [909-57] | Land Development and Sub-Division Services |
| [925-61] | Land Development and Planning/Engineering |
| [951-25] | Land Improvements |
| [971-35] | Land, Rental or Lease |
| [961-94] | Zoning, Land Use Studies |
| [971-63] | Real Estate: Land and Improvements |
| [998-84] | Real Estate (Incl. Buildings, Houses, Land, etc), Sale of Surplus and Obsolete Items, Sale of Surplus and Obsolete Items |
| [946-15] | Appraisal Services, Real Estate |
| [958-78] | Property Management Services |
| [958-85] | Soil and Land Management Services (Including Testing, Protection, Preparation, Planning, etc.) |
| [961-44] | Industrial Development and Planning Services |
| [961-10] | Business Plan Development Services |
Publications
Total: 1
| Publication | Date |
| Orlando Sentinel Volusia Edition | 3/2/2025 |
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