Residents split over Fort Ord process: many urge open RFP, others back talks with experienced developers
Public commenters and council members were sharply divided over whether Delray Oaks should open a full RFP for Fort Ord or first negotiate with developers who already know the site. Proponents of an RFP called it the "gold standard" for public asset development; others warned the city must act pragmatically to secure revenue and avoid repeated failed negotiations.
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A major theme of the Fort Ord discussion was whether Delray Oaks should run a new, broad RFP or concentrate first on developers who already understand Fort Ord’s unusual constraints. Several residents and professional commenters urged option 3—a statewide or national RFP—arguing it creates competition, drives down cost and protects taxpayers. “Option 3 is the gold standard for the public asset development,” resident Cheryl Parker told the council.
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