Hart RFQ

The City of Hart is seeking a development partner for the construction of a mixed-use project in both residential and retail spaces that will cater to the diverse needs of the Hart community.

3 E Main Street

The City of Hart is seeking a development partner for the construction of a mixed-use project at 3 E Main St, a 2.6-acre site located in the heart of downtown. The vision for this development includes both residential and retail spaces that will cater to the diverse needs of the Hart community.

Nestled just miles from Lake Michigan, Hart offers a charming small-town atmosphere, with a vibrant downtown, easy access to regional trails, and abundant recreational opportunities at Hart Lake and Silver Lake Sand Dunes.

The city is excited to collaborate with qualified developers to create a mutually beneficial partnership for this unique and exceptional opportunity.

Review more details in the RFQ document.

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More Information and Timeline:

Please provide information for us to consider your proposal.

Letter of Interest: Provide a letter (up to 3 pages) identifying the development team and providing a brief description of the team’s vision for the site and timeline
Concept plans or renderings
Development Experience: Provide a short description of past projects of a relevant nature completed by the development team (up to 10 pages). Include a description of projects, cost, completion date, and references.
Fiscal Capacity: Provide evidence of the development team’s fiscal capacity to undertake the proposed project. Include an Initial Pro Forma, and Sources & Uses Worksheet
Resume of firm and lead team members

All proposals shall be submitted by e-mail in a PDF format to [email protected] by 12:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on July 18, 2025.

Emailed or hard copy proposals must be received by noon and should be addressed to:

Nichole Kleiner, Economic Development Director
407 S State St, Hart, MI 49420
[email protected]

Emailed proposals will be acknowledged. If you do not receive acknowledgment, assume we have not received your proposal and contact us. Late proposals will not be accepted. The City of Hart assumes no responsibility or liability for the timely receipt of a proposal.

Initial Review: Qualifications will be reviewed within 45 days by city stakeholders.

Contact Information:

Daniel Leonard, EDFP Senior Redevelopment Services Director, MEDC
989.387.4467 | [email protected]

Nichole Kleiner, Economic Development Director, City of Hart
231.923.0920 | [email protected]