Construction began in fall 2024 and wrapped in February 2026 – two months ahead of schedule – preserving four wood-frame homes built in the 19th century that stand as the last remaining structures of one of the nation’s largest free Black communities before the Civil War. 

Using design-build contracting, DDC completed the center three years faster than would have been possible with traditional lowest bidder contracting. The $141 million facility is Brooklyn's largest recreation center, expecting to serve residents of East Flatbush and Midwood.

DDC issued Requests for Qualifications for Architectural Design, Technical Design, and Engineering Design services requirements contracts on July 31, 2025. Review the RFQs for detailed instructions on the procurement timeline and process and monitor PASSPort for any posted updates.

Effective December 30, 2024, all bids and proposals for construction projects must include a copy of the bidder or proposer’s certificate of registration with the New York State Department of Labor (DOL). This requirement stems from Section 220-i of the Labor Law. Information on the DOL registration process and the portal to register can be found on the DOL's Contractor and Subcontractor website. 

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