City of Emporia Legal Consulting Services for Medical and Healthcare Zoning Text Review - PC-2026-01 (2026)
City of EmporiaCity · Emporia, KS- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Justin Givens
The 30-second brief
The City of Emporia, Kansas, issues RFQ PC-2026-01 for specialized legal consulting services to assist the City Commission, Planning Commission, and staff in reviewing municipal zoning regulations and terminology governing medical facilities and healthcare-related land uses. The selected law firm or attorney will review existing zoning provisions, analyze medical-use terminology, ensure Kansas and federal legal compliance (including ADA and Fair Housing Act), attend public meetings, and prepare draft zoning text amendments and legal memoranda. Submissions are due by November 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by November 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Evaluation is based on municipal zoning legal experience (30%), medical-use terminology understanding (20%), methodology (20%), staff qualifications (15%), schedule and availability (5%), and fee structure (10%).
1. An initial project work plan and document request list. 2. A review of existing zoning regulations identifying relevant legal, Terminology, And land-use classification issues. 3. A medical-use terminology matrix showing existing classifications, Potential ambiguities or other identified issues, Recommended clarifications or revisions, And relevant legal authority. 4. A written legal memorandum summarizing findings, Legal risks, Regulatory alternatives, And recommendations. 5. Redlined and clean draft zoning text amendments, As requested and authorized by the City. 6. Meeting participation, Legal guidance, And presentation materials, As requested. 7. Assistance in preparing the Planning Commission's recommendations to the City Commission, Including relevant legal findings and implementation considerations.
Relevant municipal zoning and land-use legal experience (30%), Understanding of medical-use terminology and regulatory issues (20%), Proposed methodology and technical approach (20%), Qualifications of assigned personnel (15%), Project schedule, availability, and responsiveness (5%), Fee structure and overall value (10%)
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Summary
The City of Emporia, Kansas, issues RFQ PC-2026-01 for specialized legal consulting services to assist the City Commission, Planning Commission, and staff in reviewing municipal zoning regulations and terminology governing medical facilities and healthcare-related land uses.
The selected law firm or attorney will review existing zoning provisions, analyze medical-use terminology, ensure Kansas and federal legal compliance (including ADA and Fair Housing Act), attend public meetings, and prepare draft zoning text amendments and legal memoranda. Submissions are due by November 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM. Questions are due by November 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Evaluation is based on municipal zoning legal experience (30%), medical-use terminology understanding (20%), methodology (20%), staff qualifications (15%), schedule and availability (5%), and fee structure (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. An initial project work plan and document request list. 2. A review of existing zoning regulations identifying relevant legal, Terminology, And land-use classification issues. 3. A medical-use terminology matrix showing existing classifications, Potential ambiguities or other identified issues, Recommended clarifications or revisions, And relevant legal authority. 4. A written legal memorandum summarizing findings, Legal risks, Regulatory alternatives, And recommendations. 5. Redlined and clean draft zoning text amendments, As requested and authorized by the City. 6. Meeting participation, Legal guidance, And presentation materials, As requested. 7. Assistance in preparing the Planning Commission's recommendations to the City Commission, Including relevant legal findings and implementation considerations.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover letter
- Firm qualifications
- Proposed project team
- Relevant project experience
- Technical approach
- Preliminary work plan
- Schedule
- Fee structure
- Assumptions and exclusions
- Conflicts and disclosures
- Submit to
- [email protected] / PO BOX 928, Emporia KS 66801
- Scope location
- Emporia, KS
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Emporia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: [email protected] / PO BOX 928, Emporia KS 66801. For questions, contact Justin Givens.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Emporia 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 RFQ 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 Justin Givens. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. An initial project work plan and document request list. 2. A review of existing zoning regulations identifying relevant legal, Terminology, And land-use classification issues. 3. A medical-use terminology matrix showing existing classifications, Potential ambiguities or other identified issues, R. 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: "Relevant municipal zoning and land-use legal experience (30%), Understanding of medical-use terminology and regulatory issues (20%), Proposed methodology and technical approach (20%), Qualifications o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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 RFQ?
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: Cover letter, Firm qualifications, Proposed project team, Relevant project experience, Technical approach, Preliminary work plan, Schedule, Fee structure, Assumptions and exclusions, Conflicts and dis. Review the full document from City of Emporia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Emporia, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.