Opportunity
Zionsville Town Civicplus #RFP Nature Center Feasibility Study
Zionsville Seeks Consulting Services for Nature Center Feasibility Study
Posted
August 13, 2026
Respond By
October 02, 2026
Identifier
RFP Nature Center Feasibility Study
NAICS
541620
The Town of Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation, in partnership with the Zionsville Parks Foundation, is seeking consulting services for a comprehensive feasibility study for a proposed Nature Center at Carpenter Nature Preserve. - Government Buyer: - Town of Zionsville Board of Parks and Recreation - Zionsville Parks Foundation - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified consulting firms - Services Requested: - Comprehensive feasibility study, business plan, and concept development for a Nature Center - Scope includes: - Assessment of viability, scale, and operational requirements - Financial sustainability and community impact analysis - Facility development, staffing, operations, and revenue generation strategies - Long-term sustainability planning - Existing conditions assessment, market analysis, program development, capital cost estimating, and final recommendations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Experience with nature centers, environmental education facilities, feasibility studies, and business planning - Project must comply with Land and Water Conservation Fund Act restrictions, requiring perpetual public outdoor recreation use - No products or part numbers are requested; focus is exclusively on consulting and planning services
Description
The Town of Zionsville is seeking qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for developing a Nature Center at the Carpenter Nature Preserve. The study will assess viability, scale, operational needs, financial sustainability, and community impact to support environmental education, recreation, conservation, and public engagement. The selected consultant will provide data-driven assessments and recommendations on facility development, staffing, operations, revenue generation, and long-term sustainability. Proposals are due by October 2, 2026, with the project expected to start in January 2027.