De Hofgaarden, Nobelhorst, Almere – development and construction of homes

Summary

The tender concerns the development and construction of up to 279 homes in De Hofgaarden, building fields 28 and 29, in Nobelhorst, Almere. The municipality is seeking one development party or a combination of parties for the land-option and purchase arrangements. The programme comprises 149 affordable homes, including at least 50 affordable rental homes and at least 50 affordable owner-occupied homes, plus 130 free-market owner-occupied homes. Bidders must submit an integrated vision addressing design quality, sustainability and social cohesion, including the programming of a community room and an approach for the neighbourhood’s first five years. The deadline for participation requests is 4 November 2026 at 12:00. Award criteria are contemporary garden-village design and social cohesion (60%), sustainability (20%) and the option bid price (20%).