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DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT PLAN REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)

City of Liberal, City of Liberal, KS·City
Dec 11, 2025
Posted Date
Jan 30, 2026
Submission Deadline
Keeley Young
(620) 626-2257
Liberal, Kansas
Submit at: City Hall, 324 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal, Kansas

Summary

The City of Liberal is seeking qualified consulting firms to create a Downtown Redevelopment Master Plan. The plan will develop a future vision and strategy for the downtown area, incorporating community feedback and assessing market data, infrastructure, and design elements.

Evaluation Criteria

Significant experience in comprehensive downtown master plans, surveying downtown property owners/tenants/citizen groups, facilitating public forums, developing funding strategies, developing downtown design themes, knowledge of land use planning, landscape architecture, and traffic flow/parking logistics analysis.

Required Deliverables

Downtown Development Master Plan document, executive summary, public involvement findings, data collection and analysis summary, economic development studies findings, redevelopment sites review, public realm improvements proposal, unified vision summary, detailed implementation plan and schedule.

Required Attachments

Resume sampling of personnel, description of services, client references, downtown master plans, engagement strategies example, work plan schedule timeline, additional pertinent information, conflict of interest disclosure.

Section 4.2 — Scope of Services and Deliverables

The selected vendor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to perform the services described herein. Work shall commence within fifteen (15) calendar days of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed within the timeframe specified in the project schedule attached as Exhibit B.

Proposals must include a detailed implementation timeline, staffing plan with key personnel qualifications, and three (3) references from comparable government engagements completed within the past five years. Evaluation will be based on technical approach (40%), experience and qualifications (30%), cost proposal (20%), and small business participation plan (10%).

Source Document Available

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I respond to this RFSOQ from City of Liberal?

To respond, review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 30, 2026. Proposals should be submitted to: City Hall, 324 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal, Kansas. For questions, contact Keeley Young at (620) 626-2257.

What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?

This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. Key factors are outlined in the Evaluation Criteria section above. Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of Liberal?

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What documents are required to bid on this RFSOQ?

Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications or licenses, past performance references, and any forms or attachments specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Liberal for the complete list of required submissions.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?

Most government agencies, including City of Liberal in KS, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Some solicitations include set-aside provisions or evaluation preferences for these firms. Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals or requirements.

What happens after the RFSOQ submission deadline?

After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This process typically includes an initial compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations or interviews with shortlisted vendors. The timeline from submission to award varies but usually takes several weeks to months.

Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?

Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact for this solicitation is Keeley Young at (620) 626-2257. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders to ensure fairness. Check the solicitation for the question submission deadline and process.

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