Fort Myers CRA announces live request for statement of qualifications for Innovation Walk Master Plan

The Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) launched Request for Statement of Qualifications for the Ft. Myers Walk of Innovation.

In the same spirit of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sparking the genesis of innovation in Fort Myers, the Innovation Walk will reignite their legacy of human genius, melding the past with future-forward thinkers.

The RSQ and timeline is available at procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityftmyers/projects/174333

The submission deadline is Tuesday, August 12, at 2 p.m.

Objectives include:

• Develop an urban design/placemaking master plan for the Innovation Walk, Centennial Park and adjacent areas inclusive of the entire riverfront (between the Edison and Caloosahatchee Bridges) to provide a comprehensive waterfront experience and culminate at the Edison & Ford Winter Estates.
• Integrate augmented reality and virtual reality features into urban design.
• Preserve and celebrate historical and cultural elements, including those of the Calusa people and the ‘Uncommon Friends.’
• Create flexible, interactive spaces for events, education and innovation showcases.
• Incorporate sustainable and resilient infrastructure including but not limited to reduction of heat island effect, and other environmental sensitive considerations.