Three of the 12 did not provide a bid and will be charged criminally at a later date. 

any info you provide can help give some context 

The best course of action will be to narrow in on the type of land you want to deal in and then optimize your disposition strategy for that niche.It's a classic "Jack of all Trades, Master of None" issue.If you have a specific example in mind you want to share I'm sure we could provide some suggestions.

If this sounded like a shilling post (new member, first post etc) I would be happy to provide ID’s and proof of purchase to forum moderators if needed as well.

I just want to be able to provide a good life for my children. 

I recommend using the company that you have other policies with since they'll be able to provide you a bundle discount. 3 - Look at market rate, and charge slightly under.

I know that developers in the area have rezoned these kinds of plots and built apartment/office buildings and other commercial developments.I want to bring in an investor or developer to the deal who could provide the funds and knows the ins and outs of zoning.

It's a safety issue.

What would your strategy be, using only the finances provided above. 

This depends on a ton of factors, mostly risk.Without a doubt it provides risk mitigation if your property is in a LLC.