NYCEDC issues RFP for alternative fueling facility

The New York City Economic Development Corp. (NYCEDC) issued a request for proposals (RFP) seeking a developer for the construction and operation of an alternative fueling facility within the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center. The site, located along Food Center Dr. and Halleck St., is 127,800 s/f and zoned for manufacturing uses. NYCEDC will offer the site for a long-term lease with a term of 30 years with two five-year renewals. Proposals should provide the retail sale of at lease one type of competitively priced, sustainable alternative fuel; however, proposals that include more than one type of alternative fuel are encouraged. Proposals should include associated truck drivers' needs. NYCEDC encourages proposals that include complementary uses such as a truck maintenance facility for converting engines to use alternative fuels, a truckstop electrification facility, a showroom for electric power or other alternative power trucks. There will be an informational meeting at NYCEDC's offices at 110 William St., 4th floor, on June 9 at 10 a.m. Those wishing to attend are requested to call Liliana Ruiz at (212) 312-3840.