Cleveland Opengov #2026-GEN-1

Ward 7 Land Bank parcel redevelopment proposals and purchase bids

The City of Cleveland is seeking redevelopment proposals and purchase bids for approximately 166 Land Bank parcels in Ward 7. - Government buyer: City of Cleveland, Department of Economic Development, Asset Redevelopment office. - Opportunity: Redevelop selected City-owned parcels totaling more than 13 acres across Detroit Shoreway, Ohio City, Tremont, Stockyards, Clark-Fulton, and the Cuyahoga Valley. About 105 parcels are in Market Rate areas and 61 are in Opportunity Market areas. - Requested work: Primarily single- and multi-family residential site assembly and infill. Community gardens, greenspace, and other nature-based uses are also supported. Two- or three-plus-family housing is preferred where feasible. - Purchase bids: Respondents may select parcels and must submit a separate bid for each parcel at or above its Fair Market Value, as determined by the Cleveland Board of Control. - Proposal qualifications: Include relevant development experience and references, proposed plans or renderings, an implementation schedule, verifiable proof of funds, financing experience, and evidence of good financial and tax standing. - Notable requirements and preferences: Where applicable, document MBE, FSB, and CSB participation and Cleveland resident hiring for design, due diligence, and construction. Sustainable design, stormwater management, and tree-canopy improvements are preferred. Community-use proposals are encouraged to include a letter of intent and identified nonprofit sponsor. - Funding and related organizations: The City offers residential property-tax abatement for new housing and financing through the Cleveland Housing Investment Fund (CHIF), developed with LISC. Center for Community Solutions is cited as a source of Ward 7 information. LISC and Center for Community Solutions are referenced as partners or information sources, not as required vendors or identified bidders. - OEMs and products: No OEMs, product vendors, or product line items are specified.

Description

The City of Cleveland is seeking development proposals and purchase bids for approximately 166 City Land Bank parcels in Ward 7, totaling more than 13 acres. The primary objective is multi- and single-family site assembly and residential infill, with community gardens or greenspace also supported. Bidders must purchase each parcel at or above its Fair Market Value, submit a competitive bid separately from the proposal, and upload both through the OpenGov portal. Proposals are evaluated based on development qualifications, technical and financial content, alignment with City goals, and bid value; the submission deadline is November 6, 2026.

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