Opportunity
Miami-Dade County Public Schools Demandstar #ITN-25-044-DR
Ground Lease and Redevelopment of Ruth Owens Kruse Educational Center for Workforce Housing
Posted
July 16, 2026
Respond By
September 03, 2026
Identifier
ITN-25-044-DR
NAICS
236115, 531110, 541310
Miami-Dade County Public Schools is seeking proposals for the long-term ground lease and redevelopment of approximately 5.7 acres of vacant land at the Ruth Owens Kruse Educational Center in Miami, Florida. - Objective: Deliver workforce housing to support recruitment and retention of school district employees, while generating revenue and community benefits. - Scope of Work: - Redevelopment of District-owned property via ground lease (District retains ownership) - High-quality architectural and site design required - Housing market analysis, community amenities, and green spaces must be included - Compatibility with existing redevelopment plans and campus integration is essential - Optional: Supportive housing for special populations may be proposed - Proposal Requirements: - $100,000 bid security required - Performance and payment bonds required for construction phase - Detailed financial capacity, project schedule, and execution plan - Community integration and benefit strategies - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to qualified development firms. - Proposers must demonstrate experience in similar projects and provide comprehensive plans for design, financing, and execution.
Description
This solicitation is for a long-term ground lease and redevelopment of approximately 5.7 acres of vacant land at the Ruth Owens Kruse Educational Center in Miami, Florida. The project aims to deliver workforce housing to support recruitment and retention of Miami-Dade County Public Schools employees, while generating revenue and community benefits. The scope includes architectural and site design, housing market analysis, community amenities, green spaces, and compatibility with existing redevelopment plans. Proposers must provide a redevelopment plan, financial capacity, project schedule, and demonstrate community integration and benefits.