Garden City Fire Department Granicus #RFP for State Theater Use

Redevelopment Proposals Sought for State Theater Building in Garden City, KS

The City of Garden City is inviting proposals for the redevelopment and adaptive reuse of the historic State Theater building in downtown Garden City, KS. - Government Buyer: - City of Garden City, Administrative Center - Project Scope: - Redevelopment and productive use of the State Theater property (418 N. Main St., 10,000+ sq. ft.) and adjacent storefront (422 N. Main St.) - Aligns with Downtown Master Plan objectives: support small businesses, increase downtown visitors, expand development - Proposal Requirements: - Development plan, project timeline, financials (including funding sources and public incentives), relevant experience, and operations plan - Must comply with C-3 Central Business District zoning - Address ADA accessibility (property is currently not accessible) - Environmental remediation has been completed - Deed restriction prohibits use for first-run movie showings - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are specified, as this is a request for development concepts, not goods procurement - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must address adaptive reuse of a historic property, accessibility upgrades, and operational sustainability - Public-private partnership and creative funding approaches encouraged

Description

The City of Garden City is seeking qualified proposals for the use of the State Theater building located at 418 N. Main Street, Garden City, Kansas. The goal is to redevelop this under-utilized property in downtown to a productive use aligned with the Downtown Master Plan. Proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026, and should include a development proposal, project timeline, financial information, experience, and operations plan. The project aims to advance one or more goals of the Downtown Master Plan, including supporting small businesses and expanding downtown development.

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