Bittersweet Site Missing Middle Housing Development Service

The City of Lansing, Kansas is seeking proposals for the development of the Bittersweet site to address the local need for attainable and diverse housing options. The agency is trying to solve a shortage of neighborhood-scaled, site-sensitive residential developments by introducing well-designed missing-middle housing. This project aims to establish a walkable neighborhood form with buildings and entries oriented toward streets and shared public spaces, serving as a strong local example of this development style. The scope of work requires the creation of a neighborhood containing approximately 60 to 80 dwelling units. The development must provide multiple home types and unit configurations, with a specific focus on smaller, attainable home types. The selected partner will handle the site-sensitive design, financing, and public-private partnership implementation. Eligible respondents must be onshore organizations based in the United States. Bidders must demonstrate proven experience in neighborhood-scaled residential development, site-sensitive design, financing, and public-private partnership implementation. The agency is requesting that bidders perform the work offsite and submit their own budget proposals for consideration. The agency has set a deadline for all questions, which must be submitted no later than May 27, 2026. Evaluation will focus on the bidder's demonstrated experience in neighborhood-scaled residential development and their ability to deliver the requested walkable, multi-unit configuration. The agency is looking for comprehensive proposals to determine the final project budget and partnership terms.