Bid guide
How to bid on the Thousand Oaks Downtown Project Master Developer with the City of Thousand Oaks
What the City of Thousand Oaks is buying
The City of Thousand Oaks is looking for experienced developers or developer teams to create a mixed-use downtown project on the Civic Arts Plaza campus. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) focuses on Phase 2A of the project.
Phase 2A is entitled for market-rate and affordable residential units, a hotel, and ground-floor retail and dining. The City is also arranging public infrastructure improvements and $80 million in public funding and financing for the overall Downtown Project. This is an opportunity for developers to lead a significant urban transformation.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on August 21, 2026. The deadline for submitting your qualifications is October 21, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.
This RFQ is the first step in a two-phase selection process. After this deadline, the City will review the submitted qualifications and create a shortlist of applicants. These shortlisted firms will then be invited to submit full proposals in a subsequent Request for Proposals (RFP) phase.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for experienced master developers. This could be a single, vertically integrated development firm, or a consortium consisting of a lead developer and sub-developer(s).
Firms with a strong background in large-scale mixed-use developments, including residential (market-rate and affordable), hospitality, and retail components, will find this particularly relevant. Experience with projects involving significant public-private partnerships and urban revitalization would also be beneficial.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond to this opportunity, you need to use the OpenGov Procurement portal. First, locate the original source of this solicitation.
Once on the OpenGov project page, you may encounter a brief security check; allow it to complete. You will then need to sign in or create a free vendor account. This account allows you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list to receive addenda notices, and submit your qualifications before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your qualifications, clearly demonstrate your firm's or team's experience with projects of similar scale and complexity. Highlight your track record in developing mixed-use properties, especially those involving residential, hotel, and retail components.
Emphasize your financial capacity and your ability to manage large-scale development projects. Since this is an RFQ, focus on showcasing your capabilities, past successes, and the expertise of your key personnel. Pay close attention to any specific requirements for information or documentation outlined in the solicitation to ensure your submission is complete and compliant.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Thousand Oaks; the original posting controls.