Opportunity
Virginia Danville Civic Plus #RFP-25-26-052
Feasibility Study for Transforming Danville City Auditorium into Cultural Arts Center
Posted
April 21, 2026
Respond By
May 28, 2026
Identifier
RFP-25-26-052
NAICS
541620, 541690, 541310
This opportunity seeks consulting services for a two-phase feasibility study to repurpose the historic City Auditorium in Danville, VA into a Cultural Arts Center. - Government Buyer: - City of Danville, Virginia (Purchasing Department) - Scope of Work: - Two-phase feasibility study for the renovation and adaptive reuse of the City Auditorium - Phase One: Investigation and needs assessment - Background research - Community benefits analysis - Workshop with city personnel - Phase Two: Business planning - Governance, operations, and staffing recommendations - Pro-forma budgeting - Economic impact analysis - Critical path plan - Deliverables include: - Detailed reports - Executive summaries - Market analysis - Pro-forma budgets - Community engagement data - Requirements: - Demonstrated expertise in arts and cultural facility planning, market analysis, economic impact studies, and community engagement - Knowledge of Virginia building codes and construction procurement laws - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified consulting firms - Place of Performance: - City of Danville, VA (427 Patton Street, Room 304) - Dan River Falls (424 Memorial Dr., Danville, VA 24541)
Description
This solicitation is for a feasibility study to transform the historic City Auditorium in Danville, Virginia into a Cultural Arts Center. The study will be conducted in two phases: Phase One involves investigation and needs assessment to determine the viability of renovation and identify redevelopment concepts. Phase Two focuses on business planning including operations, financial plans, governance, staffing, and economic impact analysis. The study aims to provide data-driven recommendations to support community engagement, tourism, and downtown economic development. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on May 12, 2026, a question deadline on May 21, 2026, and a proposal closing date on May 28, 2026.