The Town of North Kingstown is seeking proposals for the purchase and redevelopment of the 3.93‑acre Oak Hill property (55 Oak Hill Road). The solicitation invites developers, partnerships, corporations, or other qualified entities to submit a financially viable, highest‑and‑best‑use concept that maximizes long‑term value, aligns with community goals, and complies with zoning, groundwater overlay, flood‑plain, and environmental regulations. Proposals must include an executive summary, narrative, site plan, financial offer, job‑creation estimates, development schedule, team qualifications, proof of financial capacity, and required statutory affidavits. An optional site visit is scheduled for October 15, 2026; proposals are due by November 9, 2026 at 2 PM. The Town will evaluate based on project approach (30%), financial offer (20%), qualifications (20%), ability to execute (20%), and sustainability/regulatory compatibility (10%). No public opening; award will be made after negotiation and council approval.
• 3.93 acres of municipally owned land in a high‑density residential zone (HDR)
• 55 Oak Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI 02852 – existing residential‑style structure, municipal water, no sewer
• Required approvals: zoning changes, groundwater overlay compliance, flood‑plain permits, environmental remediation (RECs/HRECs)
• Optional site visit: 10 AM, 15 Oct 2026, 37 Oak Hill Rd
• Submission: 1 original, 3 hard copies, 1 electronic thumb‑drive; mailed/hand‑delivered to Planning Dept c/o Tim McDavitt
• Evaluation criteria weighted across use concept, price, experience, execution plan, and sustainability
• Deadline: 9 Nov 2026, 2 PM; no public opening; award date not specified