Manchester Town Opengov #25/26-51

Sale of Historic Building at 901/903 Main Street, Manchester, CT

This opportunity invites experienced real estate owners and developers to submit proposals for purchasing a historic building in downtown Manchester, Connecticut. - Government Buyer: - Town of Manchester, Planning Department - Property Details: - 2.5-story, 5,000 sq-ft historic building at 901/903 Main Street - Sits on a 0.18-acre parcel - Zoned Central Business District (CBD) for mixed-use development - Currently used as WORK_SPACE, a town-operated co-working and arts space - Proposal Requirements: - Organizational information and relevant project experience - Project approach and timeline - Litigation disclosures - Bid bond or cashier’s check for 5% of the bid - Confirmation of insurance and bonding understanding - Electronic proposal submission - Optional site visit available - Evaluation Criteria: - Purchase price and financial capability - Organizational fit and experience - Potential to enhance downtown vibrancy, increase employment, and support arts/culture - Preference for maintaining the arts and culture hub - No OEMs or vendors are specified, as this is a real estate sale.

Description

The Town of Manchester is seeking proposals from experienced real estate owners and developers to purchase a historic 2.5-story, 5,000 sq-ft building located at 901/903 Main Street in downtown Manchester, CT. The property is currently a town-operated co-working and arts space and is zoned for mixed-use development. The town aims to select a proposal that supports downtown vibrancy, employment, and cultural presence while maintaining the arts and culture hub. Proposals are due by June 1, 2026, with a pre-bid meeting on April 28, 2026.

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