Request for Proposal for the Purchase and Development of City-Owned Real Estate

posted in Community Development on June 17, 2026

The City of Waverly invites developers and interested parties to submit proposals to purchase and develop a triangular parcel, approximately 1.6 acres, located between 6th Street SW, 2nd Avenue SW, and the Dry Run Creek.

The site was formerly occupied by Washington Irving Elementary School, which was substantially damaged during the 2008 flood (Parcel ID # 0903283003).  The structure was removed and site cleared in 2010, and the City acquired the parcel from the Waverly-Shell Rock Community School District in 2014.

For additional information, please view the documents below:

Irving School Request for Proposal

Irving School Request for Proposal Exhibits

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Proposal Due Date:  August 3, 2026

Submission Deadline: 4:00 p.m. CT

Proposals to be submitted by mail, in person, or by email to:

Email: pyoder@waverlyia.com

Mailed proposals must be clearly marked on the envelope with the bid title and submission due date.  Envelopes that are improperly labeled may be rejected or not opened at the designated time, and the proposal may not be accepted.