SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · SANTA CRUZ

    Retail Leasing Opportunity: 57 Municipal Wharf

    Issued by Santa Cruz
    cityRFPSanta CruzSol. 228558
    Closed
    STATUS
    Closed
    due Feb 21, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Jan 29, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    Santa Cruz
    city
    NAICS CODE
    531120
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    The City of Santa Cruz seeks proposals to lease a 1,030 sq ft commercial retail space at 57 Municipal Wharf. Proposals should feature creative specialty retail concepts with unique products and appealing design that complement existing businesses and attract diverse customers. Space may be modified during lease term.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    228558
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    open
    Level
    city
    Published Date
    January 29, 2026
    Due Date
    February 21, 2026
    NAICS Code
    531120AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    Santa Cruz
    Agency
    Santa Cruz

    Description

    The City of Santa Cruz (“City”) is seeking Request for Proposals (“RFP”) to lease a commercial retail space located at 57 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz CA.  The commercial retail space is approximately 1,030 square feet and may be reduced or modified during the lease term, to accommodate an upcoming expansion of the adjacent Wharf restrooms.  Future plans for square footage and layout will be available in Spring 2026.

    The successful Proposer should showcase a creative specialty retail use that features innovative merchandise lines or experiences resulting in unique products, an attractive and comfortable atmosphere, innovative interior design, and a visually appealing storefront.

    The City is not necessarily looking to duplicate, replicate or expand on existing retail themes on the Wharf. Respondents should propose concepts that appeal broadly to diverse customer bases, compliment rather than compete with nearby businesses, and provide a memorable experience to potential customers and window shoppers.

    Key dates

    1. January 29, 2026Published
    2. February 21, 2026Responses Due

    AI classification tags

    Frequently asked questions

    SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.

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