Major changes might be in store for the area around MOSI — the Museum of Science and Industry. On November 1, Hillsborough County Commissioners unanimously approved a request for proposal asking developers to submit their plans for the redevelopment of the 67-acre site surrounding the MOSI. This area is located along E. Fowler Avenue south of the University of South Florida (USF).
Hillsborough County is seeking creative and competitive proposals from experienced and qualified master developers with a track record of mixed urban projects.
As part of the Uptown Innovation District, proposers are asked to submit innovative and inclusive development plans with a mix of uses including, but not limited to:
- Hospitality
- Entertainment
- Retail
- Public spaces
They also want to see plans that embrace transit and sustainable mobility. The County also hopes to see developers include economic drivers to the mix such as biosciences, life sciences, cybersecurity, and other advanced industries while capitalizing on the synergy and proximity to the County’s institutional partners such as USF, Moffit Cancer Center, James A. Haley Veterans’ Hospital, and Yuengling Center.
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The County intends for MOSI to remain in its current 7-acre lease site. With MOSI’s plans for a future planetarium and learning labs, there is an opportunity for developers to add to this creative digital space with a commercial A/V or film studio, black box theater, or other performing arts platforms.
RFP submissions will be due in late February 2024. The Board plans to select the top-ranked master developer in summer 2024. Click here for additional information.
