Mukilteo Civicplus #20

Mukilteo Waterfront Site Redevelopment Partnership RFQ (Long-Term Ground Lease)

The City of Mukilteo, Washington is seeking qualified development teams for a long-term ground lease and redevelopment of a prominent 1.19-acre waterfront site (Lot 5) adjacent to the Mukilteo ferry terminal. - Government Buyer: - City of Mukilteo, City Clerk's Office - Opportunity Details: - Activation and redevelopment of Lot 5 for a year-round, mixed-use waterfront village - Optional inclusion of adjacent Lots 2 and 3 (totaling an additional 1.79 acres) - Lease term up to 80 years (initial 50 years plus three 10-year extensions) - Project Scope: - Mixed-use development with retail, dining, hospitality, cultural amenities, public spaces, and infrastructure improvements - Emphasis on authentic Pacific Northwest design, indigenous and maritime heritage, walkability, environmental sustainability, and park-once parking strategy - Coordination required with the Port of Everett for adjacent parcel development - Unique Requirements: - Demonstrated financial capacity and experience with comparable waterfront or brownfield projects - Strict environmental due diligence due to former tank farm history; covenants restrict residential, school, and hospital uses, and require management of contaminated soils, groundwater, and hazardous materials - Extensive environmental documentation provided - Adherence to City Vision and Guiding Principles - Attendance at structured site tour encouraged; questions must be submitted in writing - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified development teams - Procurement Process: - Two-phase: RFQ to shortlist teams, followed by RFP for full proposals, conceptual designs, pro formas, and lease terms

Description

Mukilteo is offering a 1.19-acre waterfront site on Puget Sound near a busy ferry terminal for development. The City seeks a development team with vision, experience, resources, and creativity to activate the site with year-round uses, Pacific Northwest design, and respect for indigenous heritage and maritime identity. The selected partner will enter into a long-term ground lease of up to 80 years for Lot 5. The process involves a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) followed by a future Request for Proposals (RFP), where teams will submit conceptual designs, development plans, and lease proposals. The top team will negotiate a lease and development agreement with the City. A structured site tour is scheduled for August 19, 2026, and attendance is strongly encouraged.

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