REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (RFEI) FOR 18 MAIN STREET MANCHESTER

Location:	Connecticut
Posted:	Jun 14, 2026
Due:	Jul 6, 2026
Agency:	Town of Manchester
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	X - Lease or Rental of Facilities
Solicitation No:	25/26-74
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Project ID: 25/26-74

Title: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (RFEI) FOR 18 MAIN STREET MANCHESTER

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 6/12/2026

Due Date: 7/6/2026

Request For Proposal

Planning

20977 , 91277 , 91889

Project ID: 25/26-74

Release Date: Friday, June 12, 2026

· Due Date: Monday, July 6, 2026 11:00am

Posted Friday, June 12, 2026 8:00am

All dates & times in Eastern Time

Draft Response Events RSVP No Bid21 days, 13 hours, 36 minutes

Post Information

Posted At:Fri, Jun 12, 2026 8:00 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The Town of Manchester is soliciting proposals for a Request for Expression of Interest in the historic Town-owned building located at 18 Main Street, Manchester. The Town seeks to explore interest in the Site from qualified individuals, entities or teams in acquiring the property for specific use.

Manchester is a forward-thinking community of nearly 60,0000 residents and the commercial, entertainment and residential hub of the east-of-the-river Greater Hartford region. This Request for Expression of Interest outlines important information regarding the site, the context for this project, the qualification documentation and other information to be submitted.

Background

The property for sale is a 0.85 acre parcel located at the north end of Main St. that previously served as administrative space for the 8th Utilities District. The site is zoned General Business (GB); a mixed-use district for general public shopping, services, entertainment and high-density residential development. In addition, the property sits on a major State road (Route 83) and is close to residential neighborhoods and small commercial developments.

Timeline

Release Project Date:

June 12, 2026

Site Visit (Non-Mandatory):

June 23, 2026, 9:00am

18 Main Street, Manchester

Question Submission Deadline:

June 30, 2026, 4:00pm

RFEI Opening Date and Time:

July 6, 2026, 11:00am

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (RFEI) FOR 18 MAIN STREET MANCHESTER

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