City of Liberal Design/Build Outdoor Water Recreation Facility RFP 2026
City of LiberalCity · Liberal, KS- Due
- Apr 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Alicia Hidalgo
- (620) 626-2204
The 30-second brief
The City of Liberal is soliciting proposals for a design-build contract to develop a new outdoor water recreation facility at Light Park. The $3 million project includes a splash park and a seasonally staffed facility with a lazy river.
Service contract, Performance bond, Insurance, Bid security, Detailed work plan, Schedule timeline, Price quote, Resume sampling, Client references
Qualified firm profile, personnel experience, professional client references, work plan, price quote
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Summary
The City of Liberal is soliciting proposals for a design-build contract to develop a new outdoor water recreation facility at Light Park. The $3 million project includes a splash park and a seasonally staffed facility with a lazy river.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Qualified firm profile
- Personnel experience
- Professional client references
- Work plan
- Price quote
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Service contract
- Performance bond
- Insurance
- Bid security
- Detailed work plan
- Schedule timeline
- Price quote
- Resume sampling
- Client references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid cover sheet, bid template
- Submit to
- Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office, 324 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal, KS 67901
- Scope location
- Liberal, KS
- Projected sq ft
- 95,160 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Liberal?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 13, 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: Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office, 324 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal, KS 67901. For questions, contact Alicia Hidalgo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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). 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 Alicia Hidalgo at (620) 626-2204. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Service contract, Performance bond, Insurance, Bid security, Detailed work plan, Schedule timeline, Price quote, Resume sampling, Client references. 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: "Qualified firm profile, personnel experience, professional client references, work plan, price quote" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Liberal?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Liberal are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Liberal 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: bid cover sheet, bid template. Review the full document from City of Liberal for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Liberal, KS. The total projected area is 95160 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.