STAR Bond Consultants for Visitation and Feasibility Studies

The Kansas Department of Commerce is seeking proposals for STAR Bond Consulting services to conduct visitation and feasibility studies for development projects.

DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE


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EVT0010859
Jul 21, 2026 08:00 PM
Jun 15, 2026 01:56 PM
1 year base + 4 × 1 year options
OtherVeteran-Owned Business
Request for Proposal (RFP)
State
Original Solicitation Links
Contact
Nicole D Mears
nicole.mears@ks.gov
+17852966924
900 SW Jackson Street, Topeka, KS, USA
Submission Instructions
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Description

The Kansas Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to provide STAR Bond Consulting services. This includes conducting feasibility studies and visitation assessments for STAR bond projects. These projects are financed through bonds issued by Kansas municipalities to fund commercial, entertainment, and tourism developments, with repayment derived from generated sales tax revenue. The selected contractor(s) will collaborate with city/county representatives, developers, and Commerce staff to complete the required studies. The cost for these studies will be borne by the project developer, city, or county. The contract period is anticipated to be five years, from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2031. Contractors are expected to assess revenue sufficiency, economic impact, market conditions, and community involvement, among other factors, as outlined in K.S.A. 12-17,166.

Classification Codes
NAICS541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
PSCR513STUDY/FEASIBILITY - NON-CONTRUCT
Smart Codes
feasibility studiesconsulting serviceseconomic development analysis
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
Jun 15, 2026 12:00 PM-Event Start
Jun 30, 2026 12:00 PM-Questions Due Date
Jul 21, 2026 12:00 PM-Event End/Bid Due Date
Jul 26, 2026 12:00 PM-Deliver By Date
Requirements
Informational
  • Minimum 3 references
  • Within the last 5 years
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