The City of Morro Bay is seeking proposals for the redevelopment of public land and water at Lease Site ****, located at 801 Embarcadero. The selected proposer will enter into a long-term ground lease after concept plans are approved. Proposals should focus on transforming the underutilized waterfront site into a vibrant, economically sustainable, and publicly accessible destination, consistent with public trust doctrine and the California Coastal Act. Key development objectives include maximizing public benefit, enhancing viewsheds, incorporating public amenities, and designing for resilience to coastal hazards. Proposers must demonstrate proven experience, financial resources, and professional expertise. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting and site walkthrough will be held on June 18, 2026. Proposals are due by September 30, 2026. All costs associated with the RFP process, including permitting and design, are the sole responsibility of the proposer. A $5,000 deposit is required with each proposal.
The bid proposals are due by Thursday, September 30, 2026, by 4:00 p. m. PST, as stated in the RFP document.
The city will select a proposal based on the public benefit provided, the proposing party's potential to complete the project, financial capability, experience, and alignment with key development objectives, as detailed in the RFP.
Proposers must have experience in commercial facilities, possess the financial resources and capabilities to fund the proposed project, and their general development approach and concept for the site must best meet the city's objectives.
Attendance is recommended at the pre-proposal meeting and site walkthrough on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 9:00 a. m. PST, starting at the lease site, 801 Embarcadero in Morro Bay.
If you cannot agree to the requirements exactly as set forth in the RFP, then please do not submit a proposal.
