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Request for Proposals: UR-02-23
CITY CENTER PROPERTIES, REXBURG ID
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Issued Date: December 13, 2023
Submission Deadline:
February 15, 2024, by 5:00pm MST
For the development of approximately
2.8 acres of property located at or on
Carlson Ave. Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Submit to:
City of Rexburg
Attn: Economic Development
35 N. 1st E.
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Scott.Johnson@Rexburg.org
Questions Call: (208) 372-2121
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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A.Request for Proposal (RFP) Information
1.Executive Summary
2.Property Location Information
3.Who is RURA / City of Rexburg
B.General Information about Rexburg
1.Hub of Growth & Opportunity
2.Strategic Location
3.Educational Excellence
4.Rexburg City Center
C.Project Objectives
1.Project Overview
2.Location 1 Details
3.Location 2 Details
4.Location 3 Details
5.Project Goals
D.Submission Requirements
1.Submission Requirements Overview
2.Litigation/Obligations/Costs
3.Evaluation & Selection
4.Award
E.Public / Private Partnership
F.Due Diligence Period and Development Agreement
G.Right to Reject Proposals, Disclaimer
H.Resources
I.Exhibits
1.Vicinity Map
2.Adjacency Walk Time Analysis
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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The City of Rexburg in partnership with the Rexburg Urban Renewal
Agency (RURA) is releasing this Request for Proposal (RFP) to create a
Public/Private partnership (P3) for redevelopment in Rexburg’s City Center. As you will read, Rexburg is one of America’s fastest growing
Micropolitan cities. To keep up with growth, the purpose of the P3 is to
create a vibrant city center and build a sense of place where businesses
and talent connect. Rexburg wants businesses, businesses want talent
and talent wants a “great place”. The city and RURA are committing land for this redevelopment with the objective of redefining the future of the
greatest small city in America.
Maintaining publicly accessible structured parking will be part of the new
development. It is also anticipated that this P3 will help to create this
“great place” as it increases availability for retail, office, living, hospitality,
and public spaces.
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PROPERTY LOCATION INFORMATION
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For the development of approximately
2.8 acres of property located at or on
Carlson Ave. Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Issued Date: December 13, 2023
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2024, by 5:00pm MST
Location 3 Location 2 Location 1
City Center West Parking Lot
0.69 acres
Cornerstone Dental
44 S Center St Suite B,
0.16 acres
Collaborative Use Space
1.07 acres
Viking Villa Parking Lot
0.08 acres
City Center East Parking Lot
0.78 acres
Submit to:
City of Rexburg
Attn: Economic Development
35 N. 1st E.
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Scott.Johnson@Rexburg.org
Questions Call: (208) 372-2121
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RURA / CITY OF REXBURG
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The City of Rexburg began to explore the use of tax increment
financing as an economic development tool in 1990 and on November
6, 1991, the Rexburg Urban Renewal Agency (RURA), also known as
the Rexburg Redevelopment Agency, was formed. The Rexburg URA
is composed of a seven-member commission that oversees and
coordinates redevelopment efforts in Rexburg. They have engaged in
strategic planning in coordination with the City Council and have
implemented urban renewal projects to help develop and improve the
City of Rexburg.www.rexburgurbanrenewal.org
www.rexburg.org
Rexburg, Idaho;America’s Family Community
Rexburg is a great place to work, live and raise a family. •Rexburg is the 4th fastest growing micropolitan city in the United States.
•Rexburg is continually ranked as Idaho's safest city and falls within the top 100
safest cities in America (number 10 in 2023).
•Rexburg's public school system, the Madison School District,ranks among the
best in the state.•Brigham Young University-Idaho (BYUI) is Idaho’s largest university and calls
Rexburg home.
•Rexburg has one of the youngest demographic of any city in America thanks to
BYUI.
Urban renewal and tax increment financing are the most significant tools available to Idaho communities
for encouraging development of deteriorating and underutilized areas, attracting and retaining
businesses, generating economic development, and promoting job creation.
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DYNAMIC HUB of GROWTH & OPPORTUNITY
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Located in southeastern Idaho, Rexburg, known as
"America's Family Community," stands as a symbol of
growth, prosperity, and family values. Rexburg offers a
family-friendly environment filled with parks, schools, and
amenities that cater to residents of all ages. The focus on
family values permeates every aspect of life in Rexburg,
influencing our growth, development, and community
planning, which has helped make Rexburg the 10th Safest
City in America and the Safest City in Idaho (Visual
Capitalist, 2023).
As of the 2020 Census, the City’s rapid growth positioned it as the 4th fastest-growing small city in America per the
NYTimes (NY Times, 2021) and in the top 3 fastest growing states in the last 5 years, with a burgeoning population now
reaching 40,000+ residents. Rexburg's economy thrives on a combination of education, agriculture, retail, advanced
manufacturing, and other industries that cater to both residents and the broader region. U.S. Census data found that, not including students, 73.7% of residents earned at least $60,000 a year, reflecting the city's stable community. This robust
economic foundation makes Rexburg an appealing place for both living and investing.
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STRATEGIC LOCATION
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COMMERCIAL IMPORTANCE
Strategically located at the crossroads to a multitude of popular
destinations like Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Jackson
Hole, Wyoming, and West Yellowstone, Montana, Rexburg serves as
the commercial center for a substantial region encompassing 42 zip
codes and more than 140,000 people. This unique positioning leads to
over 6 million cars passing through Rexburg annually, offering
unparalleled visibility and accessibility to businesses and investors.
Yellowstone National Park alone attracted over 4.5 million visitors in
2021, presenting remarkable opportunities for commerce, hospitality,
and tourism-related ventures.
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EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
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BYU-IDAHO
As the home of Brigham Young University-Idaho
(BYU-Idaho), the largest university in the state,
Rexburg boasts a vibrant educational community
that fuels innovation, culture, and opportunity. The
year-round student population provides a
continuous influx of talent, diversity, and vitality to
the City’s environment.
•Approximately 20,000 on campus students
•2,500 Non-student employees, 1,300 FT
•877 Faculty, 600 FT
MADISON HIGH SCHOOL
Madison School District is an educational powerhouse, standing among Idaho's finest. Madison High School's inclusion in the
National AP Honor Roll, coupled with consistent Top Three ISAT
Scoring District rankings, underscores its academic prowess. With a
notable 94.8% graduation rate and 85% of graduates pursuing
higher education, Madison fosters success. Beyond academics, Madison High School offers top-tier sports facilities and a large
performing arts center, shaping well-rounded achievers prepared for
future triumphs.
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REXBURG CITY CENTER
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REXBURG CITY CENTER:
Rexburg's City Center represents a unique opportunity for innovative and
vibrant urban development. As the heart of the community, the City Center
serves as an economic and social hub, characterized by a high-density
mixed-use environment. Its strategic adjacency to (BYU-Idaho) offers
potential for synergistic growth and collaboration that amplifies both the City's
and the University's missions. This RFP invites developers to propose
transformative projects aligning with the City's Form-Based Code (FBC) and
"Core" transect specifications. City of Rexburg's Form Based Code.
CITY CENTER: A VIBRANT URBAN HEART
Rexburg's City Center offers rare insights into the City’s past, present, and
future, and is a hub for commercial, cultural, civic, and residential activities.
Developers will find the area ripe for creating a lively and prosperous urban
center with opportunities to integrate commercial, residential, office, and
cultural spaces. Creating a downtown for Rexburg that is designed for a live-
work-play community.
ADJACENCY TO BYU-IDAHO
Located immediately adjacent to BYU-Idaho, the City Center provides
opportunities for academic collaboration, student housing, and shared
amenities. The University's strong presence adds to the City Center's appeal,
driving demand for diverse retail, dining, and entertainment options. Joint
initiatives with BYU-Idaho can further enhance community engagement and
economic development.
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
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The City in partnership with the Rexburg Urban Renewal Agency, RURA, is soliciting site plans and proposals from
qualified entities for the design, financing, construction, management, and operation of development of approximately 2.8
acres located on or adjacent to Carlson Avenue in the City Center District. It is anticipated that this will be a public/private
partnership. All properties are currently part of the City Center Form Based Code City of Rexburg's Form Based Code.
The City/RURA will consider all
development proposals that meet the
overall vision and goals for this project
as outlined and discussed in this
document. Proposals may include all
or a portion of the project areas. To be
considered, the applicant must submit
a development proposal in response
to this Request for Proposals (RFP) in
the manner prescribed herein.
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SITE SPECIFIC DETAILS – Location 1
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CITY CENTER EAST PARKING LOT
Note that the City is willing to commit the Carlson
Avenue street right-of-way where it is adjacent and
south to Parcel No. RPRRXB10380280 and
incorporate that closed acreage into that project.
FORM BASED ZONE:
CORE TRANSECT (§12.06.100)
This is a high-density mixed use transect which
provides opportunities for shopping, working, and
living in the core of the community. This area should promote a vibrant urban environment.
City of Rexburg's Form Based Code
*All measurements are an approximate
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SITE SPECIFIC DETAILS – Location 2
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MIXED USE SPACE
The Rexburg Urban Renewal Agency
currently has a verbal agreement to
exchange Parcel No. RPRRXB10383980,
owned by the Agency, for Parcel No.
RPRRXB10384020, currently owned by Viking Villa, LLC. Contracts and costs are
currently being finalized.
FORM BASED ZONE:
CORE TRANSECT (§12.06.100)
This is a high-density mixed use transect
which provides opportunities for shopping,
working, and living in the core of the
community. This area should promote a
vibrant urban environment.
City of Rexburg's Form Based Code
*All measurements are an approximate
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SITE SPECIFIC DETAILS – Location 3
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CITY CENTER WEST PARKING
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The Rexburg Urban Renewal Agency is
currently working with Doctor Snarr of Bright
Smiles Family Dental and Doctor Crofoot of
Corner Stone Family Dental to include or
acquire parcel number,
RPRRXB10393133. The Doctors are open to
selling outright or to exchanging their parcel for
inclusion in the new development. If the Agency
does not come to an agreement with the
Doctors, the chosen developer is requested to
contact the Doctors to help facilitate the best
outcome for both parties and the overall
development.
FORM BASED ZONE:
CORE TRANSECT (§12.06.100)
This is a high-density mixed use transect
which provides opportunities for shopping,
working, and living in the core of the
community. This area should promote a
vibrant urban environment.
City of Rexburg's Form Based Code
*All measurements are an approximate
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PROJECT GOALS
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This project area is a premier location in downtown Rexburg. The parcels on the west end of Carlson are also on Center Street, Rexburg’s ceremonial Main Street that has had a $2 million makeover in the last five years. Center Street boasts restaurants,
eateries, entertainment venues and is the primary street of the downtown Arts District. The parcels on the east end of Carlson
Avenue are next to College Avenue which has boutique shops and eateries. This area is two blocks north of the BYU-Idaho campus
and one block south of Main Street / State Highway 33.
The project area will be developed in alignment with the City’s vision, Rexburg City Center 2050 Plan, of being an active community,
rich in culture, with a diverse and vibrant economy that supports people doing great things. Creative, engaging proposals that
successfully communicate the purpose, design, uses, and financial framework of the proposed project are sought.
Development of the project area will accomplish the following to meet the City’s goals for the City Center found in its adopted 2050 blueprint, “Rexburg City Center 2050 Plan” and contribute to the highest and best use of the property:
•Energize prime commercial parcels in the heart of the City
•Work with City and RURA to replace and increase publicly accessible parking at each location (as shown in table, pg. 9)
•Introduce adequately parked intentionally designed space where people gather, and local restaurants and businesses thrive
•Facilitate connectivity among City Center businesses, residents, and visitors, while complementing adjacent businesses and
buildings
•Elevate, expand, and promote City Center as a multi-faceted activity center with a healthy mix of hospitality, retail, dining, service,
civic, arts, entertainment, recreation, and residential uses that supports the needs of the community and the region
•Offer a proven financial structure that allows the City and RURA to continue to realize ongoing, versus one-time, financial benefits related to original ownership of the property
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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW
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REQUIRED:
Respondents must submit six (6) hard copies of their complete development proposal and one (1) digital copy. All materials
will become the property of the City/RURA. Proposals must be submitted to the City’s Economic Development Department at
the address listed on the cover page. No submissions will be accepted at any other location.
Each submission must contain the following information and be limited to 10 pages (20 additional pages of exhibits allowed)
Formal Letter of Interest addressed to:City of RexburgAttn: Economic Development
35 N. 1st E.
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Scott.Johnson@Rexburg.org
Executive Summary
Developer Overview and Experience
•Company name & location
•Brief description of company
•Number of years in business•Number of years providing similar solutions to those contemplated herein
•Team bios
Description & Scope of Work of the Development Proposal
for the 2.8 acres, including the following:•Development plan & timeline
•Conceptual land use plan consistent with the
City’s/RURA’s vision Rexburg City Center 2050 Plan
and City of Rexburg's Form Based Code
•Conceptual timeline of development
Proven finance strategy and proforma:•May include public/private partnership, long-term lease,
property purchase, etc.
•Successful applicants will demonstrate financial
strength and proven success with the strategy proposed.•Total estimated investment in developing project.
•Detailed proforma and budget, including economic
impact and long-term revenue generation for the City
and developer.•Projected job creation and plans to identify, attract, and support tenants.
Commercial or Trade References
•Please provide a minimum of three (3) references that
attest to the respondent’s financial resources and capabilities, including at least one reference from a lender or depository institution with which the
respondent has a current relationship.
Issued Date: December 13, 2023
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2024, by 5:00pm MST
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LITIGATION / OBLIGATIONS / COSTS
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LITIGATION
The respondent (firms and principals) must identify and describe any current,
pending, or threatened litigation against them related to their business or real
estate dealings or litigation in which they are plaintiffs. The respondent must
attest to having no litigation pending or contemplated against the City/RURA.
OBLIGATIONS to the CITY / RURA
The respondent must attest to having no outstanding or overdue taxes, liens,
or fine obligations to the City/RURA.
RFP COSTS
Respondents are responsible for all costs incurred in the development and
submission of their information. The City/RURA assumes no contractual or
other obligation as a result of the issuance of this RFP. The City/RURA
anticipates negotiating a contract with the highest rated Responder and
making an award based upon the best overall value for the City/RURA. The
City/RURA may, in its sole discretion, reject any and all proposals for any
reason whatsoever.
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EVALUATION & SELECTION
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SELECTION COMMITTEE
All proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by a selection committee established by the City/RURA. Proposals
will be reviewed and evaluated based upon information contained in the respective submission packages and
responsiveness to the submission criteria delineated below.
PROPOSAL EVALUATION CRITERIA
The committee shall consider the following information when evaluating submissions to determine the proposal
that is in the best interests of the City/RURA:
Criteria Points
Quality of the development proposal, with specific detail on how it addresses the project vision and goals 30
Compatibility of the development proposal with site planning considerations and existing land uses within
the area
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Financial capability of the respondent to consummate the development, in particular the respondent’s
ability to implement the development proposal within the proposed timeline.
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Qualifications of the respondent’s team to implement its development proposal within the proposed
timeline.
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Three successful past projects similar in size and scope with references.15
Quantify the level of investment and financial benefit to the Taxing Entities.15
TOTAL POINTS 110
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Award will be made to the most qualified firm deemed most advantageous to
the City of Rexburg and RURA, all evaluation criteria considered.
The committee will select a firm based on the information provided in the
proposal, as described above. However, the committee may select one or
more firms to make brief presentations prior to finalizing proposal scoring and
making a final selection.
The committee may request supplemental information, including business and
personal financial statements from the respondents. Confidential information
normally exempted under state law will not be subject to disclosure under
Freedom of Information law.
A respondent may be disqualified if any principal or officer of the respondent,
or any member of its team, has been charged or convicted of a crime
chargeable as a felony within the last five (5) years.
The City of Rexburg/RURA reserves the right to reject any and all proposals in their sole
discretion.
It is anticipated that the awarding of the proposal will be within 30-90 days of the submission
deadline.
Issued Date: December 13, 2023
Submission Deadline: February 15, 2024, by 5:00pm MST
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PARTNERS / TOOLS
The City of Rexburg is contributing flat surface parking along with RURA who
has purchased additional adjacent properties to be included in the project. In
addition to the property being contributed some additional considerations
might include:
•Urban Renewal Agency
•Tax Abatement (Madison County, ID)
•New Market Tax Credits (Mofi)
•Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
•Federal Economic Development Administration (EDA)
•Idaho State Department of Commerce Incentives
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DUE DILIGENCE PERIOD & DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT
Development of the project area is subject to a Due Diligence Period and
Negotiation of a Land Use Development Agreement. Upon written notification,
the respondent recommended by the Selection Committee will have a period
of approximately ninety (90) days within which to satisfy itself as to the
suitability of the property for development and enter into an appropriate
contractual use agreement with City/RURA for the property. The selected
respondent shall then jointly apply for land use approvals through the
Community Development Department which may include a legislatively
enacted Land Use Development Agreement and complete any other
contractual documents required with the City. The City/RURA will provide the
selected respondent with appropriate access to the property under the terms
of an Access Agreement, for appropriate inspections and testing. The selected
respondent will be required to provide appropriate insurance and
indemnification, and if necessary, restore the premises to their prior condition
after such testing.
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RIGHT TO REJECT PROPOSALS
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All proposals, upon submission to the City/RURA, shall become the City’s/RURA’s property for its use as deemed appropriate. By submitting a proposal, the respondent covenants not to make any claim for or have any right to damages because of any
misinterpretation or misunderstanding of the specification, or because of any misinformation or lack of information. Nothing contained
in this RFP shall create any contractual relationship between the respondent and the City/RURA. The City/RURA accepts no financial
responsibility for costs incurred by any respondent in responding to this RFP.
All proposals submitted to the City/RURA shall become a matter of public record and shall be regarded as public, with the exception of those elements of each proposal that are identified by the respondent as business or trade secrets and plainly marked as “trade
secret,” “confidential,” or “proprietary.” Each element of a proposal that the respondent desires not to be considered a public record
must be clearly marked. Any blanket statement (i.e., regarding entire pages, documents, or other non-specific designations) shall not
be sufficient and shall not bind the City/RURA in any way whatsoever. If disclosure is required under Idaho Statues or otherwise by
law (despite the respondent’s request for confidentiality), the City/RURA shall not in any way be liable or responsible for the disclosure of any such records or part thereof.
The City of Rexburg/RURA used its best efforts in collecting and providing the information contained in this RFP. The City of
Rexburg/RURA assumes no responsibility for economic, physical, or demographic factors which may affect or alter the opinions contained in this RFP. The City of Rexburg/RURA is not obligated to predict future political, economic, or social trends. In preparing the RFP, the City of Rexburg/RURA relied on information furnished by other individuals or information found in existing records
and/or documents. Unless otherwise indicated, such information is presumed to be reliable. However, no warranty, either express or
implied, is given by the City of Rexburg/RURA for the accuracy of such information and the City of Rexburg/RURA assumes no
responsibility for information relied upon and later found to have been inaccurate. The City of Rexburg/RURA reserves the right to make such adjustments to the opinions and conclusions set forth in this RFP as may be required by consideration of additional data or more reliable data that may become available. The City of Rexburg/RURA assumes no responsibility for hidden or unapparent
conditions of the property, subsoil, ground water or structures that render the subject property more or less valuable. The City/RURA
assumes no responsibility for arranging engineering, geologic or environmental studies that may be required to discover such hidden
or unapparent conditions.
The City of Rexburg/RURA may elect to deem a submission non-responsive if the submission fails to comply with specific
requirements of this solicitation. The City of Rexburg/RURA reserves the right to reject any and all proposals in their sole discretion.
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RESOURCES
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Links
Rexburg Website - www.Rexburg.org
Urban Renewal Website – www.rexburgurbanrenewal.org
Get to Know Rexburg – Community Video Tour
Maps
Madison County Parcel Map Viewer – Madison.Rexburg.org
City Center Map -www.rexburg.org/planning/page/city-center-map
Rexburg City Center Form Based Code Rexburg City Center Strategic Vision 2050
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