City of Chardon Purchase and Redevelopment and/or Reuse of The Geauga Theater RFP 2026
City of ChardonCity · Chardon, OH- Due
- Aug 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Benjamin Young
The 30-second brief
The City of Chardon is soliciting proposals for the purchase and redevelopment or reuse of the historic Geauga Theater. The City seeks respondents with experience in live theater or venue management to ensure the facility's continued operation as a place for public arts and cultural events. The sale includes specific property restrictions, such as a deed restriction for arts use, a right of first refusal for the City, and requirements to maintain the historic front façade. Proposals must also account for public access easements for a pedestrian alley and structure parts in the public right-of-way, including the marquee sign. Submissions are due via email to the City Manager by August 28, 2026.
The City prefers proposals for re-use or redevelopment that will result in continued operation of the Theater as a place for public arts and cultural events and that will to minimize the time that the theater is not in use. However, Other proposals will still be considered and evaluated based on their individual merits.
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Summary
The City of Chardon is soliciting proposals for the purchase and redevelopment or reuse of the historic Geauga Theater.
The City seeks respondents with experience in live theater or venue management to ensure the facility's continued operation as a place for public arts and cultural events. The sale includes specific property restrictions, such as a deed restriction for arts use, a right of first refusal for the City, and requirements to maintain the historic front façade. Proposals must also account for public access easements for a pedestrian alley and structure parts in the public right-of-way, including the marquee sign. Submissions are due via email to the City Manager by August 28, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
The City prefers proposals for re-use or redevelopment that will result in continued operation of the Theater as a place for public arts and cultural events and that will to minimize the time that the theater is not in use. However, Other proposals will still be considered and evaluated based on their individual merits.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3995
- Https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4005
- Https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4078
- Https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4093
- Https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4099
- Http://www.chardon.cc/DocumentCenter/View/89
- Submit to
- Submit to City Manager at [email protected]
- Scope location
- Chardon, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Chardon?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Submit to City Manager at [email protected]. For questions, contact Benjamin Young.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Chardon in OH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Benjamin Young. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: The City prefers proposals for re-use or redevelopment that will result in continued operation of the Theater as a place for public arts and cultural events and that will to minimize the time that the theater is not in use. However, Other proposals will still be considered and evaluated based on the. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Chardon?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Chardon are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Chardon regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3995, https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4005, https://www.cityofchardon.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4078, https://www.cityofchardon.gov/Do. Review the full document from City of Chardon for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chardon, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.