Specifications include, but are not limited to: This is a call to redevelop the Renaissance and Central parking ramps (aka garages) in downtown Minot, North Dakota by adding mixed-use buildings above both structures. The City of Minot is requesting proposals for the redevelopment of both parking ramps. Each parking ramp is conveniently located in downtown Minot one block east of U.S. Highway 83, a five-lane arterial highway, which is known as “Broadway” within City limits. The Renaissance Ramp (City Project 1-2023) is the southernmost ramp. Located at 205 1st Street SW, it is between 2nd Avenue SW and 3rd Avenue SW. To the east is the former Wells Fargo Bank building, which was recently converted into Minot City Hall. To the north is the iconic eight-story modern, “M Building”, whose glass skin and aluminum bones are reminiscent of the style of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. To the west is a parking lot currently serving Trinity Hospital. To the south is a funeral home and several properties belonging to Trinity Hospital. The Central Ramp (City Project 2-2023) is the northernmost ramp. Located at 5 1 st Street SW, it is between Central Avenue West and 1st Avenue SW. The property is surrounded on all four sides by small-scale retail and office buildings. Both ramps are made of reinforced concrete and have a capacity of 199 parking spaces. Both ramps have been managed by the Minot Municipal Limited Parking Authority, which has a membership of residents and business owners that are appointed by the Minot City Council. The ramps are currently owned by the City of Minot. Each parking ramp was sided by the city with a combination of EFIS (External Foam Insulation System) and composite materials. This was done to preserve the structure but was also seen as a temporary covering. There is little glass. The replacement or addition of masonry was contemplated when these surfaces were installed. There are vents installed which may be covered and insulated and there is the provision for an elevator shaft.
