Massachusetts Douglas Civic Plus #RFP 11 Gleason Court

Sale and Redevelopment of Former Grammar School Property in Douglas, MA

This opportunity involves the sale and redevelopment of the former Grammar School property at 11 Gleason Court in Douglas, Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - Town of Douglas, Board of Selectmen - Property Details: - Three-story, 20,664 sq ft building constructed in 1898 - Located on approximately 1.24 acres in a Village Business zoning district - Property is being sold as-is - Products/Services Requested: - Purchase and redevelopment of the real estate asset - Restoration or preservation of the building's exterior historic features is mandatory - No additions to the building are permitted - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Buyer is responsible for all upgrades, maintenance, and compliance with local, state, and federal codes, including ADA standards - All necessary permits and approvals must be obtained by the buyer - Redevelopment must be completed within 24 months of award (extensions possible by mutual agreement) - Douglas Historical Commission will review plans for exterior preservation, though it has no formal jurisdiction - Appraised value of the property is $390,000 - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a real estate transaction

Description

The Town of Douglas, MA is soliciting proposals for the purchase of a retired school building and associated real estate located at 11 Gleason Court, assessor's lot 163-110, in a Village Business zoning district. The property includes a three-story former Grammar School building constructed in 1898, with approximately 20,664 square feet of gross area on about 1.24 acres of land. The building must be preserved and redeveloped for modern use, with restoration or preservation of exterior historic features required. Proposals are due by 6:00 PM on June 16, 2026, and a pre-proposal meeting will be held on June 2, 2026, at the site.

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