Real Property Housing Development Services

The City of Canton, Ohio, is seeking creative proposals to redevelop city-owned vacant land to achieve its highest and best use. The agency is trying to solve local housing shortages while advancing key priorities such as permanent affordability, sustainable building practices, and innovative housing models. The project requires a developer to design and construct housing that is attractive, functional, and compatible with the character of the surrounding neighborhood and larger community. The scope of work covers real property housing development services performed offsite. The development design must utilize environmentally friendly and sustainable principles. The agency is requesting the incorporation of both detached and multi-unit structures as necessary to maximize density within the physical design of the development. Only onshore organizations based in the United States are eligible to submit proposals for this opportunity. The agency has not disclosed a set budget and is looking for cost proposals from bidders. All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted to the agency no later than June 16, 2026.