The City of San Jose (USA), through its Office of Economic Development (OED), has launched a request for qualification (RFQ) for a mixed-use urban PPP project.

The project will involve the development of a high-quality, high-rise, urban mixed-use project, which shall include the demolition, redesign, and replacement of the City-owned property known as Parkside Hall. The development site is an approximate 42,550 sq. ft. exhibition and banquet space. It could be expanded to approximately 50,000 to 70,000+ sq.ft.

The developer will provide a conceptual description of the project, at no cost to the City, which should include, but not be limited to the following:

• The suggested building area and design designated for Parkside Hall and all on the site.
• Approximate dimensions and floor area of tenant spaces/building.
• Information on where the parking will be located; how many parking spaces will be required.
• If applicable Include information on required rent for office space and proposed tenant improvements or allowance available to tenants.
• Conceptual business terms based upon the proposed structure of the public/private partnership, including the time frames/steps necessary for development.

The City staff will review all submissions and evaluate for:

• Proposal Responsiveness (Pass/Fail)
• Developer Minimum Qualifications (Pass/Fail)
• Financial Capacity and Ability to Finance Project (40%)
• Vision Statement/Conceptual Project Description (25%)
• Assembled Team with Similar Project Experience (15%)
• Public/Private Partnership Experience (10%)
• Local Business Preference (5%)
• Small Business Preference (5%)