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OpenResponses due Oct 15, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT

Mary Cheney Library building repurposing opportunity

BUILDING REPURPOSING OF MARY CHENEY LIBRARY, Solicitation 25/26-50, issued by Town of Manchester.

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At a glance

The Town of Manchester seeks proposals from organizations to repurpose the historic Mary Cheney Library building as a community asset in Downtown Manchester. The selected entity will occupy the building and activate the public park location while preserving the exterior. Proposals are due October 15, 2026.

Key facts

Issuing agency
Town of Manchester
Solicitation number
25/26-50
Portal id
251652
Type
purchase
Posted
Apr 6, 2026
Response deadline
Oct 15, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
Pre-bid meeting
Apr 21, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
Questions due
Oct 6, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
Place of performance
Capitol Planning Region, CT
Official posting
Documents, addenda and the procurement contact, free with an account.
  • historic preservation
  • community development
  • real estate
  • downtown revitalization
  • public-private partnership

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Official description

Solicitation #25/26-50. Issued by Planning. The Town of Manchester is requesting proposals from established organizations or entities interested in occupying an iconic historic building within a visible, accessible public park in Downtown Manchester. The Town Board of Directors' intent is to see the Mary Cheney Library building repurposed as a community asset and to bring renewed energy and vitality to the Downtown District. The Town seeks a use or combination of uses that will take advantage of the character of the location and space, while preserving the full exterior of the existing building. One proposal from a qualified entity or team in keeping with the preferred goals, objectives and uses outlined in this document will be selected.

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