Project Information

Bid Title

Request for Proposals (RFQ) Rehabilitation of 533 22nd Street

Issuing Agency

City of Rock Island

Location

Illinois

Published Date

Feb 18, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Request for Proposals (RFQ) Rehabilitation of 533 22nd Street
Category:	Construction Projects
Status:	Open

Description: The City of Rock Island is seeking qualified developers to purchase and fully rehabilitate a single-family house at 533 22nd Street. Photos are enclosed. The property has sat vacant for many years. The City acquired it as part of a land banking effort. The goal of the rehabilitation is to return the property to productive use and support neighborhood revitalization. The property will be sold to the developer with the best proposal. The cost of the property is non-negotiable and set at $10,000. All rehabilitation work must be completed within one year of purchase or the property will be subject to recapture by the City through a restrictive deed covenant. Upon successful completion of rehabilitation, the developer may rent or sell the property without any further restrictions. All profits will belong to the developer. Publication Date/Time: 2/18/2026 12:00 am Closing Date/Time: 4/30/2026 4:00 pm Contact Person: Nichole Mata 309.732.2907 Jeff Laxton 309.732.2906 Special Requirements: Submissions must be received no later than Thursday April 30 at 4:00 PM. Proposals may be delivered in person or sent via mail with a tracking service. All submissions must be in sealed envelopes that include the following information on the outside cover: Community Development Department Attn: Nichole Mata 1528 3rd Avenue Rock Island, IL 61201 ENCLOSED: Response to RFP – 533 22nd Street Miscellaneous: Developers interested in the property must request a walkthrough prior to submitting a proposal. The developer should clearly explain their proposed future use for the property, either to sell or lease it after rehabilitation is complete. The proposal should also include the developer’s qualifications, past experience doing similar projects, a scope of work, project cost estimates, proof of financing, and at least three professional references. All developers must be appropriately licensed and registered with the City. All projects must comply with the City’s adopted building codes and are subject to plan review, permitting, and inspections. All proposals must include a completed conflict of interest form and a representations form. All sales and agreements are subject to City Council approval. Related Documents: RFQ 533 22nd Street

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Request for Proposals (RFP)

Housing Rehabilitation at 533 22nd Street

INTRODUCTION

The City of Rock Island is seeking qualified developers to purchase and fully rehabilitate a single-family

house at 533 22nd Street. Photos are enclosed. The property has sat vacant for many years. The City

acquired it as part of a land banking effort. The goal of the rehabilitation is to return the property to

productive use and support neighborhood revitalization. The property will be sold to the developer with

the best proposal. The cost of the property is non-negotiable and set at $10,000. All rehabilitation work

must be completed within one year of purchase or the property will be subject to recapture by the City

through a restrictive deed covenant. Upon successful completion of rehabilitation, the developer may rent

or sell the property without any further restrictions. All profits will belong to the developer.

PROPOSALS TO BE CONSIDERED

Developers interested in the property must request a walkthrough prior to submitting a proposal. The

developer should clearly explain their proposed future use for the property, either to sell or lease it after

rehabilitation is complete. The proposal should also include the developer’s qualifications, past

experience doing similar projects, a scope of work, project cost estimates, proof of financing, and at least

three professional references. All developers must be appropriately licensed and registered with the City.

All projects must comply with the City’s adopted building codes and are subject to plan review, permitting,

and inspections. All proposals must include a completed conflict of interest form and a representations

form. All sales and agreements are subject to City Council approval.

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL

Submissions must be received no later than Thursday April 30 at 4:00 PM. Proposals may be delivered

in person or sent via mail with a tracking service. All submissions must be in sealed envelopes that

include the following information on the outside cover:

Community Development Department

Attn: Nichole Mata

1528 3rd Avenue

Rock Island, IL 61201

ENCLOSED: Response to RFP – 533 22nd Street

AWARDING CONTRACTS

Proposals shall be reviewed for experience, previous work history, references, State Licenses, State

Registration, insurances, bonds, subcontractors, equipment owned, equipment rented, operator

experience, financial stability, and compatibility with the City’s community and economic development

goals. The City at its sole discretion shall decide after a review which respondent, if any, is successful. All

bidding and award procedures undertaken by the City regarding this project shall be consistent with the

City’s adopted procurement procedures. Submitted proposals shall remain valid for 60 days after

opening.

DISQUALIFICATIONS

Any one or more of the following causes may be considered sufficient for disqualification.

• Any open violations of local building or property maintenance codes or delinquent municipal water

bills or delinquent property taxes on any property you own.

• Lost a property to the county for nonpayment of taxes, nor had a foreclosure or personal

bankruptcy within the past seven (7) years.

• Evidence of criminal activity tied to past construction services.

• Evidence of default under past development programs operated by the City, one of its members,

or the state of Illinois.

• Evidence of a conflict of interest.

• Evidence that a gratuity was provided or offered to secure contracts from the City or one of its

municipal members.

• Evidence of unprofessional or lack of professional responsibility as demonstrated in past work.

RESPONDENT RESPONSIBILITY

Respondents shall keep the process confidential. Each respondent shall be fully acquainted with

conditions relating to the scope of work, any current government regulations pertaining to the work, and

restrictions associated with acceptable execution of requested work. Failure or omission of the

respondent to acquaint themselves with conditions shall in no way relieve them of any obligation with

respect to their proposal or subsequent contract.

FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL REPORTING COMPLIANCE

The respondent shall provide financial and programmatic information as required by the City of Rock

Island to comply with all Federal, State, and local law reporting requirements. The respondent shall also

adhere to all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations.

CONTACT INFORMATION

The primary contact person for this project is listed below.

Nichole Mata, Community Development Manager

309-732-2907

mata.nichole@rigov.org

The secondary contact for this project is as follows.

Jeff Laxton, Construction Officer

309-732-2906

laxton.jeff@rigov.org

ENCLOSED: Photo’s & Potential Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form

Potential Conflict of Interest Disclosure

Please answer the following completely and truthfully. All conflicts indicated on this form will be reviewed

by the City Attorney. No respondent will be automatically disqualified unless the potential conflict of

interest is found to be a violation of State law. As part of the evaluation process, the City may request

clarification or additional information regarding the responses on this form.

1. Have you or any other owner, business partner, employee, or person associated with your

business been employed by the City within the past year?

No ☐

Yes ☐

If yes, who?

2. Do you or any other owner, business partner, employee, or person associated with your business

have a familial relationship with anyone who has been employed by the City within the past year?

No ☐

Yes ☐

If yes, who?

3. Have you or any other owner, business partner, employee, or person associated with your

business served as an elected official of the City within the past year?

No ☐

Yes ☐

If yes, who?

4. Do you or any other owner, business partner, employee, or other associated with your business

have a familial relationship with anyone who has been an elected official of the City within the

past year?

No ☐

Yes ☐

If yes, who?

By signing below, I hereby attest under penalty of law that this information is complete and correct to the

best of my knowledge.

Signature: _________________________________

Name:

Title:

Business:

Date:

PHOTO’S

FRONT & REAR

FIRST & SECOND FLOOR BATHROOMS

PHOTO’S

FIRST & SECOND FLOOR BEDROOMS

FIRST & SECOND FLOOR LIVING ROOMS

FIRST & SECOND FLOOR KITCHENS

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