Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-26-1156-00001-00001-121038

This opportunity invites qualified developers to submit proposals for the restoration and adaptive reuse of the historic Edward F. Searles Estate in Methuen, Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - City of Methuen, Massachusetts (local government) - Property Details: - Edward F. Searles Estate, 18+ acres at 209 Lawrence Street, Methuen, MA - Historic municipal property requiring restoration, preservation, and adaptive reuse - Products/Services Requested: - Disposition (transfer) of municipal real estate for redevelopment - Restoration and preservation of historic estate structures and grounds - Adaptive reuse plan that maintains the estate's historic character - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on historic preservation and adaptive reuse - Proposals must address restoration and long-term preservation - Pre-bid conference available both in-person and virtually - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a real estate and development solicitation

The City of Methuen is soliciting sealed proposals from responsible developers for the public disposition, restoration, preservation, and reuse of the historic Edward F. Searles Estate, an 18+ acre municipal real estate located at 209 Lawrence Street, Methuen, MA. The solicitation includes a pre-bid conference scheduled for October 8, 2025, with a virtual attendance option. The bid opening date was amended to March 23, 2026. This opportunity is managed by the City of Methuen and aims to find a developer to responsibly manage this historic property.