SISTERS OF PROVIDENCE HEALTH SYSTEM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS HISTORIC REHABILITATION & ADAPTIVE REUSE

W.H. ALLIS MANSION 233 CAREW ST. SPRINGFIELD, MA Release Date: March 1, 2013 Walk-through Schedule: Monday, March 11, 2013 (1:00 p.m.) Response Deadline: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 (4:00 p.m.) The Sisters of Providence Health System is soliciting Development Proposals from qualified parties interested in the acquisition and rehabilitation of the former W.H. Allis mansion located at 233 Carew St., Springfield, MA 01104, on the campus of Mercy Medical Center. The Allis Mansion is a three-story brick residence erected in 1867 in the Second Empire style. The building was constructed as a private residence and later served as a convent, a hospital ward, and a day care center. The Allis Mansion has more than 11,000 sq. ft. of space on three full floors plus a full basement. The building has been vacant for more than 10 years. Environmental reports for the property are available for review and some remediation has been accomplished. The Allis Mansion is considered eligible for individual listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Federal and state grants and/or tax credits may be available to support the acquisition and rehabilitation of the building.

Proposals submitted may address either or both options: OPTION 1 This option is to acquire the building outright through purchase or long-term lease and to negotiate a long-term land lease of the parcel with the commitment to restore and preserve the exterior and certain interior features of the historic building according to the Secretary of the Interiors Standards for Rehabilitation (36 CFR Part 67). This commitment is intended to support the non-residential rehabilitation and adaptive reuse of the historic building as approved by the Sisters of Providence Health System and which use aligns with its mission and values. All proposed uses shall be compatible with the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services (Fifth Edition). OPTION 2 This option is to acquire ownership of the building only, remove it from the hospital campus, and move it to a new location, again with the commitment to restore and preserve the exterior and certain interior features. This commitment encourages, but does not require, compliance with the Secretary of the Interiors Standards. PROPOSAL REVIEW AND PROPOSAL CONTENTS INFORMATION: 1. For either option, a proposal shall contain a cover letter including: Respondents contact information (name, address, phone and e-mail) Signature of an authorized person Description of direct and relevant experience in developing such properties, to include photographs and references 2. Provide a sufficient narrative that describes your development plan. State your intentions as to: Type of proposed use Intended user & anticipated parking requirements Project approach Project timetable Evidence of financial commitment and capacity 3. For Option 1, the Sisters of Providence Health System may consider conveying ownership of the building and lease of the property at minimal cost dependent on the nature of the proposal received. 4. For Option 2, the Sisters of Providence Health System may consider conveying ownership of the building at no cost provided the awarded party accepts full cost and responsibility to completely remove the structure from the property, remove the foundation, and fill the foundation hole within the timeframe specified in their proposal. 5. A walk-through of the property is scheduled for Monday, March 11, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. Interested parties will have access to the building in order to inspect the structure and staff will be on hand to answer questions. Please contact Daniel Keenan at 413-748-9307 or e-mail <daniel.keenan@sphs.com> in order to confirm attendance. 6. The Sisters of Providence Health System will receive questions regarding this RFP through March 18 and will provide written responses by March 21. Please contact Daniel Keenan at 413748-9307 e-mail <daniel.keenan@sphs.com> to be included on the distribution list.

7. The Sisters of Providence Health System reserves the right to add to or waive the requirements of the Request of Proposals, and to reject any or all proposals received. 8. The deadline for submission of sealed Development Proposals will be 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3, 2013. A decision on responses to this RFP is expected to be made by April 22, 2013. Sealed proposals must be delivered in person or by mail to: Daniel F. Keenan Vice President, Government Relations Sisters of Providence Health System Mercy Medical Center 2nd fl. Administrative Offices 271 Carew St. PO Box 9012 Springfield, MA 01102-9012 E-mailed proposals in PDF format will be accepted. Please be sure to place Allis Mansion in the subject line. Submission deadline: Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.