Monroe County Capital Improvement Board - Bloomington Convention Center Hotel Developer RFP - 2026
State of IndianaState Government · Indianapolis, IN- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jim Whitlatch
- (812) 332-9295
The 30-second brief
The Monroe County Capital Improvement Board (CIB) is seeking proposals from qualified developers with nationally recognized hotel brands to design, finance, build, and operate a full-service convention center hotel in downtown Bloomington, Indiana. The proposed upper-upscale hotel is expected to feature approximately 200 guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, lobby lounge, fitness center, indoor pool, market pantry, business center, and 15,000 to 20,000 square feet of indoor meeting and banquet space including a ballroom. The development site is located on CIB-owned land near the Bloomington Convention Center expansion along South College Avenue and West Third Street, within the Mixed-Use Downtown (MD) zoning district. Submissions are due by June 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with an RFP Intent Letter deadline on June 5, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on relevant experience and project history, financial stability, development plan quality, and commitment to Minority, Women-Owned, and Veteran-Owned Businesses.
200 guest rooms, 120-seat signature restaurant, 40-seat lobby lounge, 6, 000 to 8, 000 sq ft ballroom, 9, 000 to 12, 000 sq ft additional meeting rooms, Indoor swimming pool, Fitness room, Market pantry, Business center
Relevant Experience and Successful Completion of Similar Projects, Financial Stability and Viability of Financial Plan, Quality and Feasibility of Development Plan, Commitment to Using Minority, Women-Owned, and Veteran-Owned Businesses
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Summary
The Monroe County Capital Improvement Board (CIB) is seeking proposals from qualified developers with nationally recognized hotel brands to design, finance, build, and operate a full-service convention center hotel in downtown Bloomington, Indiana.
The proposed upper-upscale hotel is expected to feature approximately 200 guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, lobby lounge, fitness center, indoor pool, market pantry, business center, and 15,000 to 20,000 square feet of indoor meeting and banquet space including a ballroom. The development site is located on CIB-owned land near the Bloomington Convention Center expansion along South College Avenue and West Third Street, within the Mixed-Use Downtown (MD) zoning district. Submissions are due by June 30, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. EST, with an RFP Intent Letter deadline on June 5, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on relevant experience and project history, financial stability, development plan quality, and commitment to Minority, Women-Owned, and Veteran-Owned Businesses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Relevant Experience and Successful Completion of Similar Projects
- Financial Stability and Viability of Financial Plan
- Quality and Feasibility of Development Plan
- Commitment to Using Minority
- Women-Owned
- Veteran-Owned Businesses
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- 200 guest rooms
- 120-seat signature restaurant
- 40-seat lobby lounge
- 6
- 000 to 8
- 000 sq ft ballroom
- 9
- 000 to 12
- 000 sq ft additional meeting rooms
- Indoor swimming pool
- Fitness room
- Market pantry
- Business center
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover Letter
- Experience and Qualifications
- Project Team details
- Development Plan
- Financial Plan
- Preliminary Hotel Operating Plan
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bloomington, IN
- Projected sq ft
- 20,000 sq ft
- Reported agency
- Monroe County Capital Improvement Board
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 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]. For questions, contact Jim Whitlatch.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State of Indiana 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 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 Jim Whitlatch at (812) 332-9295. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 200 guest rooms, 120-seat signature restaurant, 40-seat lobby lounge, 6, 000 to 8, 000 sq ft ballroom, 9, 000 to 12, 000 sq ft additional meeting rooms, Indoor swimming pool, Fitness room, Market pantry, Business center. 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 Experience and Successful Completion of Similar Projects, Financial Stability and Viability of Financial Plan, Quality and Feasibility of Development Plan, Commitment to Using Minority, Women..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from State of Indiana?
All active and historical solicitations from State of Indiana are tracked and searchable. As a state government agency, State of Indiana 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: Cover Letter, Experience and Qualifications, Project Team details, Development Plan, Financial Plan, Preliminary Hotel Operating Plan. Review the full document from State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bloomington, IN. The total projected area is 20000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.