Request for Proposals
Request for Proposals (RFP)
The Buffalo Urban Development Corporation (BUDC) is requesting proposals from experienced design, planning, and engineering firms for the temporary redesign of approximately one to two public spaces, intersections, or rights-of-way in Buffalo’s Downtown and Waterfront Area. This project will build upon BUDC’s recently completed Temporary Intersection Redesign and Placemaking Project and serve as a second phase of that effort. A preliminary list of potential project sites is included in this RFP; however, BUDC welcomes recommendations for other locations that may be well suited for temporary improvements.
A virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for Thursday October 1, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. to address general questions. Please contact James Bernard, BUDC Project Manager at [email protected] no later than Wednesday September 30, 2026 at 4:00 p.m., to obtain call-in information.
For any further inquiries regarding this RFP, please submit them in writing via email to James Bernard, BUDC Project Manager at [email protected] no later than 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday October 7, 2026 . Note that no requests for oral interpretations via telephone will be accepted. RFP Submittal Deadline: Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. via e-mail only to [email protected]
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Demolition of 741 Northland Avenue and 777 Northland Avenue
BUDC is soliciting proposals from contractors for the demolition of all structures, pavements, slabs and building foundations at 741 and 777 Northland Avenue in the City of Buffalo. The general scope of work for this project entails asbestos abatement and regulated materials removals, pavement, structure and slab demolition, removal of building foundations, removal of basement walls to a depth of 5 feet, fracturing basement slabs, waste disposal, recycling, clean backfill of subgrade basement and vaults, preservation of a section of foundation, construction of a preserved foundation structure, restoration of a facility sign, and site restoration to finished conditions. The intent and purpose of this request for proposal is to solicit responses for the selection of a prime contractor to provide general construction services for the work detailed in Exhibits A through D.
Buffalo Lakeside Commerce Park – Lawn, Landscape & Snow Plowing Services (Re-Bid)
Buffalo Urban Development Corporation (BUDC) is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to provide lawn care, landscaping, general park maintenance, litter and bulk debris removal, and snow plowing services at Buffalo Lakeside Commerce Park for the 2026–2027 contract year.
The scope includes maintenance of roadway rights-of-way, Union Ship Canal Commons, designated parking areas and sidewalks, along with seasonal landscaping and snow removal services. Contractors may submit proposals for individual service categories; however, BUDC prefers a contractor capable of providing all three service areas.
Pre-Submission Site Visit: Site meetings are by appointment only and can be requested by email: [email protected]
Proposal Deadline: All proposals must be submitted electronically on Friday, October 2, 2026 by 11:00 AM to Erin Ellis at [email protected]
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