MASTER DEVELOPER REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
SFC (Sports Facilities Company) on behalf of Macomb, Illinois to invite statements of qualifications from experienced master developers, brokerage and/or development teams, or public-private partnership teams interested in serving as the potential master developer for a sports-anchored mixed-use district to be developed in partnership with the City. This RFQ is intended to qualify firms, not solicit final pricing, full business terms, or a complete development proposal.
This Request for Qualifications is intended to support Macomb, Illinois in identifying and pre-qualifying experienced development firms for a sports-anchored mixed-use development initiative. The goal is to qualify development teams for the City with the experience, financial capacity, and implementation discipline to deliver a sports led district. This development has the draw of an indoor multi-court facility delivered in tandem with a balance of land developed consistent with the City’s vision.
Request for additional details, questions, and submissions must be sent electronically to John Wolfe, jwolfe@sportsfacilities.com
Questions must be sent no later than Thursday July 30, 2026 at 5PM CT. Qualifications submissions are due Friday, August 7, 2026 at 5PM CT.
For More Information: Master Developer Request For Qualifications Requirements and Evaluation Criteria
INFORMATIVE LINKS
Executive Summary: City Of Macomb, Illinois Executive Summary Presentation
Presentation Boards: 09-30-2025 Presentation Boards
FAQ: Macomb’s Proposed Economic Development Project Anchored By A Sports & Events Complex



