City of Lawrence Furnish & Install FEMA Compliant Emergency Shelter RFP-2500093 2025
City of Lawrence, City of Lawrence, KS·City
Track City of Lawrence solicitations
Get alerted when City of Lawrence posts a new RFP, and see the pre-RFP signals months before it publishes.
- Primary Contact
- Misty Bosch-Hastings · (785) 760-1481
- Scope Location
- Lawrence, KS
- Submission Address
- 6 East 6th Street, Lawrence, KS, 66044
SUMMARY
The City of Lawrence, Kansas is soliciting proposals under project ID RFP-2500093 for the supply, delivery, and professional installation of a FEMA-compliant emergency shelter at The Pallet Village, located at 256 Michigan Street. The shelter must meet FEMA P-361 and ICC 500 standards for structural integrity and life-safety, with engineering to withstand an EF-5 tornado. Requirements include a minimum occupant capacity of 55 individuals and full ADA compliance for accessibility. Proposals must demonstrate the ability to deliver a durable, code-compliant shelter for occupant protection during extreme weather events. Submissions are due by December 9, 2025, at the City's submission location on East 6th Street. A notice of interest is requested by December 3, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Structural Integrity, Tornado Resistance, Occupant Capacity, Accessibility
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Emergency shelter supply, Delivery, Professional installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing_Table_1.xlsx
This was decided in a budget meeting long before the RFP was public. Civic IQ had it then. The next one doesn't have to get away.
Work in government? Get Civic IQ free →Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lawrence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2025. 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: 6 East 6th Street, Lawrence, KS, 66044. For questions, contact Misty Bosch-Hastings.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Structural Integrity, Tornado Resistance, Occupant Capacity, Accessibility" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lawrence?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lawrence are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lawrence 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: Pricing_Table_1.xlsx. Review the full document from City of Lawrence for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lawrence 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 Misty Bosch-Hastings at (785) 760-1481. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lawrence, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Emergency shelter supply, Delivery, Professional installation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
Bring us your territory.
We'll show you what is forming.
B2G and SLED sales intelligence. Surface government procurement signals from 100,000+ state, local, and education agencies months before the RFP.