City of Colby Lease/Purchase Tax-Exempt Loan for (1) 3MW Generator RFP 2026
City of ColbyCity · Colby, KS- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 20 years
- Primary contact
- Deborah Zerr
- (785) 460-4400
The 30-second brief
The City of Colby, Kansas seeks proposals for a lease purchase tax-exempt loan for one (1) 3MW generator with a 15 or 20 year lease term and an estimated delivery date of January 2027. The estimated financing amount is $2,650,000. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 12:00 pm, and can be submitted in person, by mail, or email to [email protected]. The lease agreement commencement date is desired for February 1, 2027. Selection criteria include adequacy and completeness of the proposal, compliance with terms and conditions, and the interest financing rate.
(1) 3MW Generator
Adequacy and completeness of the proposal, Compliance with the terms and conditions of the Request, Interest financing rate
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Summary
The City of Colby, Kansas seeks proposals for a lease purchase tax-exempt loan for one (1) 3MW generator with a 15 or 20 year lease term and an estimated delivery date of January 2027.
The estimated financing amount is $2,650,000. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 12:00 pm, and can be submitted in person, by mail, or email to [email protected]. The lease agreement commencement date is desired for February 1, 2027. Selection criteria include adequacy and completeness of the proposal, compliance with terms and conditions, and the interest financing rate.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Adequacy and completeness of the proposal
- Compliance with the terms and conditions of the Request
- Interest financing rate
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
(1) 3MW Generator
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Interest Rate
- Sample payment schedule
- Documentation/financing fees/escrow fees
- Any Prepayment penalties
- Documentation requirements
- Submit to
- 585 N. Franklin Avenue, Colby, KS 67701 or [email protected]
- Scope location
- Colby, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Colby?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 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: 585 N. Franklin Avenue, Colby, KS 67701 or [email protected]. For questions, contact Deborah Zerr.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Colby in KS, 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 Deborah Zerr at (785) 460-4400. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: (1) 3MW Generator. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Adequacy and completeness of the proposal, Compliance with the terms and conditions of the Request, Interest financing rate" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Colby?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Colby are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Colby regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 20 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Interest Rate, Sample payment schedule, Documentation/financing fees/escrow fees, Any Prepayment penalties, Documentation requirements. Review the full document from City of Colby for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Colby, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.