Project Information

Bid Title

Request for Proposals (RFP) for Redevelopment of City-Owned Site in Melissa, Texas

Issuing Agency

Melissa city

Location

Texas

Published Date

Jan 16, 2026

Closing Date

Feb 17, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

2026-003

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Project Description

Bid Number:	2026-003
Bid Title:	Request for Proposals (RFP) for Redevelopment of City-Owned Site in Melissa, Texas
Category:	Bids and RFP's
Status:	Open

Description: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) for REDEVELOPMENT of CITY-OWNED SITE in the CITY OF MELISSA, TEXAS Submittals will be accepted by mail or hand delivery no later than 2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 to: Jason Little City Manager City of Melissa 3411 Barker Avenue Melissa, Texas 75454 Respondents must submit proposals and all additional documents. It is requested that respondents provide three (3) bound copies and one (1) electronic copy (USB Flash Drive) of all documents in a sealed envelope, manually signed in ink by a person having the authority to submit the development firm’s information. The City of Melissa is always conscious and extremely appreciative of your time and effort in preparing this information. Requests for information/clarification should be directed to: Jason Little City Manager City of Melissa 3411 Barker Avenue Melissa, Texas 75454 For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. Publication Date/Time: 1/16/2026 8:00 AM Publication Information: McKinney Courier-Gazette Closing Date/Time: 2/17/2026 2:00 PM Related Documents: RFP 2026-003

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CITY OF MELISSA, TEXAS

REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY REQUEST

FOR PROPOSALS

2026-001 RFP

The City of Melissa is seeking master development proposals from qualified development teams for

the redevelopment of a City-owned site (approximately 1.5 acres) on the southeast corner of Sam

Rayburn Highway (SH 121) and Miller Road.

By responding to this request, the responding development team agrees to perform in accordance

with the terms and conditions set forth in this document in the event that its response is selected.

1 City of Melissa, Texas

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

for

REDEVELOPMENT

of

CITY-OWNED SITE

in the

CITY OF MELISSA, TEXAS

2026-001 RFP

Submittals will be accepted by mail or hand delivery no later than

2:00 p.m. local time on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 to:

Jason Little

City Manager

City of Melissa

3411 Barker Avenue

Melissa, Texas 75454

Respondents must submit proposals and all additional documents. It is requested that

respondents provide three (3) bound copies and one (1) electronic copy (USB Flash Drive) of

all documents in a sealed envelope, manually signed in ink by a person having the authority

to submit the development firm’s information.

The City of Melissa is always conscious and extremely appreciative of your time and effort in

preparing this information. Requests for information/clarification should be directed in writing

to:

Jason Little

City Manager

City of Melissa

3411 Barker Avenue

Melissa, Texas 75454

jlittle@cityofmelissa.com

2 City of Melissa, Texas

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION…................................................................................................................. 4

1.1 The Opportunity

1.2 Minimal Submission Requirements

1.3 Regional Context

SECTION 2. SITE INFORMATION… ..........................................................................................................5

2.1 Primary Site

SECTION 3. ROLES AND POLICY CONTEXT........................................................................................ 8

3.1 Project Scope

3.2 Pre-Development Agreement or Memorandum of Understanding or Interim Agreement

3.3 Role of Development Team

3.4 Role of City

3.5 Policy Context

SECTION 4. SUBMISSION PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS .......................................................9

4.1 Submittal Requirements

4.2 Submittal Format

4.3 Submittal Deadline

4.4 Inquiries and Interpretations

4.5 Public Information

SECTION 5. EVALUATION CRITERIA AND SELECTION PROCESS ..................................................... 12

5.1 Evaluation of Submittals

5.2 Selection Process

5.3 Respondent’s Acceptance of Evaluation Methodology

SECTION 6. GENERAL TERMS… .......................................................................................................... 14

APPENDIX A….........................................................................................................................................15

Response Letter to 2026-001 RFP

APPENDIX B….........................................................................................................................................16

Respondent’s Questionnaire for 2026-001 RFP

EXHIBITS

Zoning Ordinance

Approved Final Plat

TCEQ Release Letter

3 City of Melissa, Texas

SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION

The City of Melissa, Texas (“City”) is accepting submittals for proposals, pursuant to applicable sections of

the Texas Local Government Code, in accordance with the terms, conditions, and requirements set forth in

this Request for Proposals (“RFP”).

RESPONDENTS ARE CAUTIONED TO READ THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS

RFP CAREFULLY AND TO SUBMIT A COMPLETE RESPONSE TO ALL

REQUIREMENTS AND QUESTIONS AS REQUESTED.

1.1 The Opportunity

The City of Melissa is seeking master development proposals from experienced development teams for the

redevelopment of a City-owned site (approximately 1.5 acres).

More information about the primary site can be found in Section 2. The City prefers land uses that comprise

of a quality, sit down restaurant but remains open minded should a proposal offer a unique use for this site.

Respondents are encouraged to submit development proposals that they consider best suited, in their

professional judgment, to begin first-phase construction within 12 months of proposal selection.

1.2 Minimal Submission Requirements

The City has attempted to minimize submittal requirements in order to maximize the prospect of receiving

your proposal(s). Only basic information concerning the development team, project approach, project

concept and renderings, project timeline, relevant development experience and capacity, and references is

required. More information about the submission procedures and requirements can be found in Section 4.

1.3 Regional Context

Established in 1852, Melissa is a picturesque city with a small-town feel. With its open spaces, and excellent

schools, it is not surprising that, over the past decade, Melissa is one of the fastest growing areas in one of

the fastest growing counties in the United States. From 2006 through 2025, Melissa grew from a town of

3,200 to a small city of an estimated 32,000, increasing in population by more than 900%. Melissa is located

approximately 36 miles north of Dallas, 20 miles north of Plano, 30 miles east of Denton, and 60 miles

northeast of Fort Worth.

U.S. Highway 75 (Central Expressway) is Melissa’s major north-south regional transportation corridor and

serves the City, in addition to SH 121 and SH 5.

As of January 1, 2026, the City of Melissa is approximately 12.1 square miles in size, with an estimated

population of 32,000. Melissa’s population has a comparatively high level of wealth. According to the Census,

the average household income in Melissa is approximately $138,000, well above the median household

income for Collin County ($117,000) and for the entire State of Texas ($76,000).

4 City of Melissa, Texas

SECTION 2. SITE INFORMATION

The City is seeking master development proposals from qualified development teams for the redevelopment

of a City-owned site (approximately 1.5 acres). The following Section 2.1 provides detailed information about

the site. The City prefers land uses that comprise of a quality, sit down restaurant but remains open minded

should a proposal offer a unique use for this site. Opportunities to consolidate this tract with any adjacent

parcels would be of interest but not required.

2.1 Primary Site

The primary site is located at 2322 Sam Rayburn Highway, Melissa, Texas 75454 (Collin CAD Property ID

#2703681), 1.75 miles north from the intersection of US 75 and SH 121 and has approximately 309 feet of

frontage on State Highway 121 (Sam Rayburn Highway). State Highway 121 is a major north-south regional

roadway, supporting a significant amount of local and regional traffic, with an average daily traffic count of

approximately 41,000 vehicles.

Figure 1. Primary Site (Bird's Eye View from the South Looking North)

5 City of Melissa, Texas

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• NAICS 237990Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

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