Queensboro Bridge Ramps Transfer of Development Rights RFP

New York City Economic Development Corporation ("NYCEDC"), on behalf of the City of New York (the "City"), is pleased to release a Request for Proposals ("RFP") seeking proposals from qualified parties ("Respondents") for the purchase and transfer of development rights appurtenant to six City-owned parcels located beneath and adjacent to the Queensboro Bridge approach ramps in Long Island City, Queens (Block 428, Lots 12, 13, and 16 and Block 429, Lots 13, 15, and 29) (the "Generating Sites"). The RFP seeks proposals from owners or prospective owners of eligible receiving sites interested in acquiring all or a portion of approximately 333,000 square feet of zoning floor area available from the Generating Sites.

The Generating Sites occupy a prominent location in the Long Island City core, one of New York City's fastest-growing mixed-use neighborhoods with significant residential, commercial, cultural, and transit assets. Through this RFP, NYCEDC seeks proposals that demonstrate a clear path to effectuating the transfer of development rights. Detailed submission requirements, eligibility criteria, and instructions will be set forth in the RFP documents, available through NYCEDC's RFP website upon release.

NYCEDC plans to select one or more Respondents on the basis of factors stated in the RFP which include, but are not limited to: responsiveness to the RFP goals; proposed purchase price; transaction feasibility and readiness; and Respondent qualifications and experience.

Inquiries

Respondents may submit questions and/or request clarifications from NYCEDC by no later than 5PM on Monday, December 7, 2026. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP should be directed to the Q&A web form available here. Answers to all questions will be posted by Friday, December 18, 2026. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP will not be accepted after 5pm on Monday, December 7, 2026; however, technical questions pertaining to downloading and submitting proposals to this RFP may be directed to RFPREQUEST@edc.nyc on or before 4PM on Monday, January 4, 2027.

Submission Guidelines

Detailed submission guidelines and requirements are outlined in the RFP, available as of October 30, 2026.

Please submit your response via electronic upload by clicking here and uploading your proposal.

Responses are due no later than January 4, 2027 at 4:00 PM. Please submit all documents in a single .zip file labeled with your company name. The Chrome Browser is the preferred method for uploading.

M/WBE

NYCE DC plans to select one or more Respondents on the basis of factors stated in the RFP which include, but are not limited to: responsiveness to the RFP goals; proposed purchase price; transaction feasibility and readiness; and Respondent qualifications and experience.

It is the policy of NYCEDC to comply with all federal, state and City laws and regulations which prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status and other protected category and to take affirmative action in working with contracting parties to ensure certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) share in the economic opportunities generated by NYCEDC's projects and initiatives.

Companies who have been certified with the New York City Department of Small Business Services as Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises ("M/WBE") are strongly encouraged to apply. To learn more about M/WBE certification, NYCEDC's M/WBE program, and programs to assist M/WBE in navigating current and upcoming opportunities on NYCEDC projects, please visit https://sbsconnect.nyc.gov/certification-directory-search/ and edc.nyc/opportunity-mwdbe.