Sale and Development of Property in Maryville at Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Road

Location:	Tennessee
Posted:	Aug 4, 2026
Due:	Sep 1, 2026
Agency:	City of Maryville
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services Z - Maintenance, Repair or Alteration of Real Property
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS REGARDING THE SALE AND DEVELOPMENT

OF PROPERTY IN MARYVILLE

AT ROBERT C. JACKSON DRIVE AND BIG SPRINGS ROAD

PORTION OF PARCEL 056 071.11

Explanation: The City of Maryville has authorized the City Manager to negotiate for the

potential disposition of a portion of the property located in Laurel Branch Park at the

Southwest corner of Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Drive, Parcel ID 056

071.11, Maryville, Tennessee, consisting of approximately 7.5 acres as shown in the

hatched area of the parcel map. The City wishes to encourage private commercial

development of said property.

Parcel Map

Concept

The property is currently undeveloped, however an access road at the rear of the lot is

proposed to provide access to adjacent lot as shown in the concept and should be taken

into consideration as a partnership with the City and as unusable land for building

development.

Terms of Proposal: The City requests proposals regarding development of the site. The

parcel is currently zoned Industrial, but the City is actively rezoning the property to

Business & Transportation (see “Zoning” beginning on the next page). Rezoning will be

complete before the property is turned over to the successful proposer. The proposal

should include payment of cash to the City for the purchase of the property as well as the

development concept. The successful applicant will have certain requirements as far as

timing for commencement of construction and best long-term use of the property.

Deadlines: Electronically submitted proposals for the property at the southwest corner

of Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Road will be received by the City of Maryville

Purchasing Agent via email at comsealedbid@maryville-tn.gov until 2:00 pm, Tuesday,

September 1, 2026. The bidder shall include in the subject line: “Proposal for

Robert C. Jackson at Big Springs Road”. The proposals shall be submitted as a pdf

document. Late proposals will not be considered for any reason whatsoever.

Results: The City will review all proposals and will select a proposal that is deemed to be

in the best interest of the citizens of the City of Maryville if any proposal at all is selected.

The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals and to rescind its decision to

declare the property surplus in the event that the City does not select any proposals

generated by this process in its sole and complete discretion. Additionally, the City

reserves the right to extend the time for proposals and/or issue additional requests for

proposals regarding this same property. The City will make reasonable efforts to diligently

review the proposals made pursuant to this request and to reach a decision regarding the

same on or before October 6, 2026.

Legal: A party whose proposal is selected will enter into a separate contract with the City

requiring development of the property pursuant to its proposal and pursuant to other terms

as the City may require and as generally set forth herein. The property is sold "as is" with

no warranties or disclaimers of any kind. The contract shall contain a provision whereby

a deed of trust will be placed on the property after its conveyance but prior to construction

requiring (1) commencement of construction within twelve (12) months of entering into

the contract, and (2) that a Certificate of Occupancy be issued for the improvements on

the subject property within twenty-four (24) months of the commencement of construction.

Extensions shall be considered if the project is unreasonably delayed due to issues

pertaining to utility placements and/or relocation or due to force majeure. No sale or

transfer will be made of the property without the City's written consent until the deed of

trust is released. If the purchaser fails to meet the requirements for construction, the deed

of trust may be foreclosed, and the property returned to the City. The deed of trust will

be released upon timely issuance of all applicable Certificates of Occupancy. The City

may sue in law or equity to enforce its rights under such contract. The City shall recover

its reasonable attorney fees and costs in litigation resulting from any matter concerning

enforcement of such contract and the failure by any person to comply with any contractual

obligation to the City in addition to the remedies set forth above. The successful applicant

will agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City from and against any losses,

claims, demands, payments, suits, recoveries, and judgments against it by reason of an

act or omission of the successful applicant, its contractor, sub-contractors, agents or

employees in the execution of the development agreement contemplated herein. A

successful applicant must comply with all federal, state and local laws including but not

limited to those prohibiting discrimination of employment regarding race, color, religion,

sex, or national origin in relation to this project.

Amendments: Any material amendment to the successful proposal must be approved

by the City or it will be considered a breach of contract for which the City may seek its

remedies in law or equity.

Zoning: The proposal must comply with zoning and other requirements in the Business

and Transportation District. See description and code reference below:

“The land uses in the area include commercial (wholesale and retail), office, highway-

oriented commercial (e.g., service stations, convenience stores), light industrial (e.g.,

assembly, light manufacturing), public/institutional (e.g., municipal buildings,

recreational facilities), and residential (e.g., medium and high density). Intensity of use

is moderate to high, with impacts on adjacent areas being of primary concern.” [Section

14-209]

For further information regarding design guidelines for the Business and Transportation

District, please contact Angie Luckie, Public Services Director, at 865 273-3500. The

project shall further be subject to review and approval by required development

regulations of the City .

Tax Status of Property: Upon transfer of deed from the City to the purchaser, the

property will become subject to all applicable real and personal property taxes levied by

the City of Maryville and Blount County. Tax abatements for this property will not be

considered at this time.

Form of Proposal: The proposal shall include a detailed plan of the proposed

development. Any drawings, sketches, or descriptions that may help convey the proposal

are welcome. A timeline for improvements to the property should be provided.

Non-Discrimination: The City of Maryville does not discriminate based on race, color, or

national origin in federal or state approved programs, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil

Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d).

Additional Information: For additional information, clarification or zoning questions

contact:

Angie Luckie, Public Services Director

City of Maryville

Telephone: 865-273-3500

416 W. Broadway Avenue

Maryville, Tennessee 37801

Email: amluckie@maryville-tn.gov

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Sale and Development of Property in Maryville at Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Road

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