Virginia Danville Civic Plus #25-26-052

Feasibility Study for City Auditorium Cultural Arts Center Transformation

The City of Danville, Virginia is seeking qualified firms to conduct a two-phase feasibility study for the potential renovation and adaptive reuse of the historic City Auditorium into a Cultural Arts Center. - Government Buyer: - City of Danville Purchasing Department - Solicitation Number: RFP-25-26-052 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Two-phase feasibility study for City Auditorium - Phase One: Investigation and needs assessment (background research, community engagement, market analysis, reporting) - Phase Two: Business planning (governance, operations, staffing, budgeting, economic impact analysis, final reporting) - Deliverables include detailed reports, executive summaries, market analysis data, competitive assessments, pro-forma operating budgets, and raw survey data - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Respondents must demonstrate expertise in arts and cultural facility planning, market analysis, economic impact studies, and community engagement - Knowledge of Virginia building codes and procurement laws is required - Ability to manage community engagement and provide past project references - Completion of both phases within agreed timelines - Place of Performance: - City of Danville, VA (427 Patton Street, Room 304) - Dan River Falls (424 Memorial Dr., Danville, VA 24541)

Description

The City of Danville is soliciting proposals from qualified and experienced firms to perform a two-phase feasibility study for the potential renovation and adaptive reuse of the historic City Auditorium located in downtown Danville, Virginia. The study aims to evaluate viable approaches for transforming the auditorium into a multi-use arts and cultural center. Phase One involves investigation and needs assessment including community engagement and a detailed report. Phase Two focuses on business planning, including governance, operations, staffing, budgeting, and economic impact analysis. The study will inform future investment decisions supporting community engagement, tourism, and downtown economic development.

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