Request for Proposals - 115 Courthouse Plaza Civic Use

Riley County, Kansas is seeking proposals for a civic use for the property at 115 Courthouse Plaza, Manhattan, Riley County, Kansas 66502. The property formerly housed the First Christian Church of Manhattan, Kansas. The purpose of this RFP is to explore the economic and practical feasibility of the property being converted by an interested civic user to a community purpose while maintaining compliance with the U.S. Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. Key points to consider include: • The property must be used for a civic use, defined as a museum, arts center, educational facility, training center, or other community amenity that broadly serves the citizens of Riley County. • Proposers must demonstrate accurate knowledge of historical preservation requirements and specify how they will comply with these requirements for any proposed adaptive reuse of the property. • Proposals must be submitted to Rich Vargo, Riley Co. Clerk's Office, 110 Courthouse Plaza, Manhattan, KS 66052 by 03/16/2026 2:00 PM. • Questions or inquiries for clarification can be submitted in writing to John Ellermann, Public Works Director/County Engineer, at [email protected] by 03/01/2026.