A site opens in Brooklyn.

New York City Economic Development Corporation issued a request for proposals to identify a developer with a strong track record of industrial real estate development, particularly in the adaptive reuse of multi-storied warehouse buildings.

The selected developer will partner with the Brooklyn Economic Development Corporation for the redevelopment of a 1.1 million s/f, eight-story building, known as Federal Building #2, and an adjacent 100,000 s/f parcel located in the industrial waterfront area of Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The approximately 240,000 s/f development site is bounded by 30th Street on the north, Third Avenue on the east, 32nd Street on the south and Second Avenue on the west.

The site is being offered for sale or long-term lease. Potential developers may submit proposals with a rental or condominium/cooperative ownership model or a combination of the two. To attract companies with a high employee-to-space ratio, it is anticipated that the building will be subdivided into units of 10,000 s/f or less. A limited amount of retail space may be included on the lower levels to improve the streetscape and provide services for occupants. A former power plant located on the lot adjacent to the building is expected to be demolished by the developer for necessary parking space, Additional retail on the adjacent lot may also be considered. But any retail use must be sensitive and subordinate to the industrial uses.

Federal Building # 2 was built as a warehouse for the Department of the Navy in 1916 and is currently owned by the federal government and operated by the General Services Administration. EDC is negotiating with GSA and will take title to the property prior to disposition to the selected developer and BEDC.

The reinforced concrete building has 16 elevator shafts and nine stairwells. It features 200 pound per s/f floor loads. It is structurally sound, but may require a new roof, windows and mechanical, electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems, as well as vertical circulation and facade improvements. Additional information on the building's condition is contained in the Site Information File, which can be reviewed by appointment in EDC's offices, or purchased for $100. Respondents are strongly encouraged to review the file before submitting proposals.

Designated as the Southwest Brooklyn Industrial Business Zone, Sunset Park's industrial waterfront is an enclave for light manufacturers and other industrial businesses. The neighborhood is serviced by the D, M, N and R subway lines.