City of Marion - Request for Proposals and Qualifications to Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer the City's Skate Park - 2025
City of MarionCity · Marion, IN- Due
- Jan 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 4, 2025
- Primary contact
- Mike Graft
The 30-second brief
The City of Marion is seeking qualified offerors interested in designing, building, operating, and transferring the City's Skate Park located in Hogin Park under a public-private agreement pursuant to Ind. Code §5-23. The project consists of construction of a new skate park on City-owned property along an existing paved multi-use path. The maximum budget for completing the project is One Million Dollars ($1,000,000), which includes soft costs and project financing costs. Responses are due by January 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with questions due by December 12, 2025.
Experience, Expertise & Past Performance: 40%, Proposed Project Approach & Management Team: 40%, Offeror's Financial Condition: 10%, Proposed Scoping Costs: 10%
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Summary
The City of Marion is seeking qualified offerors interested in designing, building, operating, and transferring the City's Skate Park located in Hogin Park under a public-private agreement pursuant to Ind.
Code §5-23. The project consists of construction of a new skate park on City-owned property along an existing paved multi-use path. The maximum budget for completing the project is One Million Dollars ($1,000,000), which includes soft costs and project financing costs. Responses are due by January 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with questions due by December 12, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Experience
- Expertise & Past Performance: 40%
- Proposed Project Approach & Management Team: 40%
- Offeror's Financial Condition: 10%
- Proposed Scoping Costs: 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Transmittal Letter
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- No Default
- Breach or Bankruptcy Affidavit
- Submit to
- Mike Graft, City of Marion, 301 S. Branson Street, Marion, IN 46952
- Scope location
- Marion, IN
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from City of Marion?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Mike Graft, City of Marion, 301 S. Branson Street, Marion, IN 46952. For questions, contact Mike Graft.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including City of Marion in IN, 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 RFEI 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 Mike Graft. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Experience, Expertise & Past Performance: 40%, Proposed Project Approach & Management Team: 40%, Offeror's Financial Condition: 10%, Proposed Scoping Costs: 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Marion?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Marion are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Marion 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 RFEI?
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: Transmittal Letter, Non-Collusion Affidavit, No Default, Breach or Bankruptcy Affidavit. Review the full document from City of Marion for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Marion, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.