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Home My WebLink AboutED Report~1 ~ Request for Proposals 600 Block Jefferson Street Oshkosh WI, 54901 City of Oshkosh Redevelopment Authority Released:10/21/2015 ~2 ~ Introduction………………………………………………………3 Project Summary Project Goals Background………………………………………………………5 About Oshkosh Demographics Oshkosh Market Trends Project Details……………………………………………………7 Property Description Area Conditions Zoning Proposal Requirements…………………………………………9 General Requirements Proposal Content and Organization Submittal Requirements Selection Process and Criteria…………………………………11 Selection Criteria Selection Process Questions or Contact Information ~3 ~ Introduction Project Summary:The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh (RDA) seeks proposals from qualified developers regarding a residential project in the downtown Oshkosh area. The project should complement the surrounding urban environment as well as incorporate and utilize the entire site. Project Goals:The City of Oshkosh encourages submissions to be a creative and aesthetically pleasing residential project with preference toward a multi-family living project of densities ranging from 12-20 units with attached garages. The general façade of the development should encompass progressive living facilities for a downtown or urban setting. Examples of previous projects in the area: ~4 ~ ~5 ~ Background The City of Oshkosh, (population 66,451) is an award-winning community in the Fox River Valley, about 90 miles north of Milwaukee and 50 miles south of Green Bay. As a result of an excellent school system, outstanding healthcare facilities, abundant entertainment opportunities, a low cost of living, clean environment, and much more, Oshkosh is a progressive and participative community that offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Oshkosh is served by U.S. Interstate 41 and sits in a prime location on the shore of Lake Winnebago which complements the numerous parks, galleries, nationally accredited museums, golf courses, entertainment venues, and festivals with a beautiful lakeside atmosphere. For one week each summer, the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) hosts AirVenture,one of Oshkosh’s many national and international attractions. Members and aviation enthusiasts totaling more than 500,000 from more than 60 countries attend EAA AirVenture at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, where they rekindle friendships and celebrate the past, present and future in the world of aviation. Other large scale events include: Rock USA (which has housed performances from legendary rock and rock musical acts such as Van Halen, Alice Cooper, KISS and Motley Crue) and Country USA (Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts, Luke Bryan and many others). Oshkosh houses the third largest public university in the state: the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, which is nationally recognized for its nursing,business, psychology, and social work programs as well as its new 2015 title as the third most sustainable college in the entirety of the United States which attracts over 13,000 students annually adding a rich and youthful community to the City. Demographics: Ethnic background is predominately White/Caucasian (90.5%) with small populations of Asian/Pacific Islanders (3.2%), Black/African American (3.1%) and Hispanic/Latino (2.7%). 88% of the public over the age of 25 has a high school diploma or higher and 23.3% holds a bachelors degree or higher additional education. Median household income as of 2013 was $42,676 and per capita income was $21, 972. As of 2013 there were 25,787 households in Oshkosh with an average of 2.27 persons per household, a female population of 48.8%, and an elderly population (65 and over) of 12.9%. Source:U.S. Bureau of the Census, 2013 City Quick Facts ~6 ~ Oshkosh Market and Workforce Summary:The City of Oshkosh occupies a dominate position in the state of Wisconsin which creates a fluid economic climate for a wide range of businesses. Among the largest employers in Oshkosh are:Oshkosh Corporation (manufacturing and specialized vehicles),Bemis (packaging and plastics), the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (third largest UW college in the state), and Aurora Medical Center and Aurora Medical Group (award winning healthcare service). Oshkosh has a diverse industry and occupation population as well: 2013 Employed Population 16+ by Industry Percentage Agriculture/Mining 0.4% Construction 1.6% Manufacturing 24.1% Wholesale Trade 2.7% Retail Trade 14.2% Transportation/Utilities 3.8% Information 0.6% Finance/Insurance/Real Estate 3.4% Services 45.4% Public Administration 3.8% Source:U.S. Bureau of the Census, 2013 Census of Population and Housing 2013 Employed Population 16+ by Occupation Percentage White Collar 54.0% Management/Business/Financial 11.0% Professional 17.0% Sales 11.0% Administrative Support 15.0% Services 20.0% Blue Collar 26.0% Farming/Forestry/Fishing 1.0% Construction/Extraction 1.0% Installation/Maintenance/Repair 3.0% Production 12.0% Transportation/Material Moving 9.0% Source:U.S. Bureau of the Census, 2013 Census of Population and Housing ~7 ~ Property Details Property Description:Located East of Main Street, West of Mt Vernon Street, South of Irving Avenue and North of Parkway Avenue the site consists of approximately one-third of the west side of the 600 block of Jefferson Street. The total dimensions of the combined parcels of land are 120.0 feet by 330.0 feet. Area Conditions:The property is within the Near East Redevelopment Area, which consists primarily of traditional two-story residential homes. It is located in relatively close proximity to two of the City’s main water features being approximately six blocks north of the Fox River (and newly constructed Fox River Corridor River walk) and ten blocks west of Lake Winnebago and Menominee Park & Zoo. The areas immediately to the north, south, and east are primarily single and two-family residential homes while the area to the west is a hub of small businesses running the length of Main Street which provides an easy walk to area restaurants, retail establishments, entertainment venues and service businesses. This area promotes a growing desirability and demand, especially by millennial, young professionals, and/or students attending the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh a short walk west of Main Street. ~8 ~ Zoning:The following links should provide easy access to any applicable information that might pertain to such a project. Additional information and a full digital copy of the complete City of Oshkosh municipal codes can be found at the City website: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us 1.Zoning Ordinances: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739650/Page1.aspx 2.Zoning Definitions: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739644/Page1.aspx 3.General Provisions: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739645/Page1.aspx 4.Administration: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739646/Page1.aspx 5.Zoning Districts-Provisions: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739651/Page1.aspx 6.Residential Districts: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739175/Page1.aspx 7.Planned Development Districts: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739183/Page1.aspx 8.Additional Standards and Exceptions: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739186/Page1.aspx 9.Off-Street Parking: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739188/Page1.aspx 10.Sign Regulation: http://www2.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/weblink8/0/doc/739648/Page1.aspx ~9 ~ Proposal Requirements General Physical Development Requirements: All new construction must be brick or a comparable masonry. If compatible with the surrounding area the use of alternative materials may be used including vinyl siding. Porches, decks and balconies shall have no exposed wood (stained or painted wood is acceptable). Joists and other structural elements shall not be visible. Mechanical and utility penetrations, utility facilities, drainage pipes, fixtures (other than lighting) and the like shall not be located on building facades visible from the right of way or any building entry area, and where present, must be fully screened. All elevations of a given structure shall have the same finishing materials and design quality. All parking areas must be on the proposed buildings rear facades (west of buildings) abutting commercial properties located on Main Street. Exterior lighting must be compatible with the style and scale of the structure(s). Site amenities shall include secure bicycle parking area for temporary use by guests and residents, which should be located to the side or rear facades. Window air conditioning units will not be permitted on the street facing façade or on a façade visible from the right-of-way. Proposal Content and Organization:To achieve a uniform review process and a degree of comparability, the proposals should be organized in the following order and contain all of the following elements: 1.Title Page:Show the proposal title, name of firm, address, telephone number(s), name of a contact person, date, and other relevant company information. 2.Developer Credentials:Provide a narrative describing the developer’s background, history, and construction experience, including comparable projects successfully completed by the developer.Provide names and contact information for three customer references. 3.Team Members:State the names and titles of key members of your development team, including proposed subcontractors (if possible, provide resumes for the identified members). 4.Developer Legal Structure:Provide evidence of corporate status including, where applicable, Articles of Incorporation or a partnership certificate/or agreement. In addition, identify by name and title entities holding an ownership interests of 20% or more. 5.Project Description:Provide a one-page or two-page narrative describing what is proposed for construction including as applicable: number of housing units, unit sizes and bedroom mix, for sale or rent, approximate rents/lease rates and special features or amenities.Include an explanation of the exterior design concept and the expected timetable for construction. ~10 ~ 6.Concept Plan:Submit a conceptual site plan showing initial ideas for building placement, parking layout, access drives, storm water features, and landscaping. Preliminary building elevations should be included. 7.Financing Plan:Provide a description of anticipated general financing for the project. Include the following details: a.Required investment and expected level of RDA participation in the project (if any). b.State of developer’s financial ability and resources at the developer’s disposal. c.Business concept including target market for the planned project and how the completed project would be marketed. d.Offer price for the property. 8.Approaches to Addressing City Goals and Vision (optional):this is an optional section for the developer to highlight any specific unique qualities that may be appealing to the goals, vision, or personality of the City of Oshkosh (i.e.“We have incorporated sustainable features into the development project that we believe compliments the newly branded sustainability theme set by the local University.”). Submittal Requirements:Proposals must be received by the RDA of Oshkosh by Friday December 18, 2015 at 2:00 pm. It is recommended that all proposals be submitted via certified mail or other commercial courier services in order that the applicant will have a written record of the delivery. The following requirements must be completed in full: Address: Redevelopment Authority of the City of Oshkosh Department of Community Development 215 Church Avenue Oshkosh, WI 54901 One (1) bound original (hardcopy) of the completed proposal One (1) digital copy of the completed proposal (CD, USB, or DVD). One (1) emailed version to:Joshua Tegen-Economic Development Technician:jtegen@ci.oshkosh.wi.us ~11 ~ Selection Process and Criteria Selection Criteria:Selection will be based on a variety of factors; overall vision of the property, financial capacity and project track record. The choice of developer will depend on the following: Factor Weight Project, design, façade, quality 40% Financial evidence and proven ability to obtain financing for similar projects 20% Timeframe and schedule estimates 15% Total investment contemplated (tax base generated). 15% Professional experience and past project references 10% Selection Process:City staff will review and evaluate all developer submissions in accordance with this Request for Proposals and a meeting or meetings will be scheduled by staff to review and discuss the submittal and the proposed project. Submissions that meet the requirements in the RFP will be scheduled for review and an oral presentation to the RDA. The RDA will determine whether they wish to accept, reject, or seek additional information on the submittal. After a proposal is selected by the RDA, a Term Sheet reflecting the basic provisions of a Developer Agreement will be prepared by RDA staff, for review and approval by the developer. The Term Sheet will then be presented by the RDA for approval, together with a Project Report on the transaction. After acceptance of the project proposal, Term Sheet and Project Report by the RDA, a Conditional Use Permit/Development Plan will be forwarded to the Plan Commission for review, and the Conditional Use Permit on the terms, conditions, Term Sheet and other material provisions of the transaction will be submitted by the RDA to the Common Council for review and approval. Following Common Council action the developer will be required to provide evidence of the capability to secure equity capital and construction and permanent financing for the project. The time frame for submittal of this information will be set forth in the Project Report approved by the Common Council. The developer may submit “conditional commitments” identifying the proposed RDA obligations consistent with the Term Sheet, as well as developer obligations that can be satisfied on or before closing. Following Common Council approval RDA staff will begin preparation of a Developer Agreement and other agreements and documents as required. The developer will be required at this point to make a deposit with an RDA escrow account in an amount of the ~12 ~ estimated cost the RDA will bear in the preparation of a Developer Agreement and any other documents necessary for the transfer and development of the site. Upon execution all required documents and initiation of construction;any remaining balance on the deposit will be returned by the RDA to the developer. Questions and Contact Information: Allen Davis Director of Community Development (920)236-5055 adavis@ci.oshkosh.wi.us Kelly Nieforth Economic Development Specialist (920)236-5045 knieforth@ci.oshkosh.wi.us Joshua Tegen Economic Development Technician (920)236-5028 jtegen@ci.oshkosh.wi.us