Project Information

Bid Title

Request for Proposals - Nature Center Feasibility Study, Business Plan, and Concept Development

Issuing Agency

Zionsville town

Location

Indiana

Published Date

Aug 18, 2026

Closing Date

Oct 2, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Request for Proposals - Nature Center Feasibility Study, Business Plan, and Concept Development
Category:	Notice of Public Bids
Status:	Open

Description: Introduction The Town of Zionsville, by and through its Board of Parks and Recreation (“Park Board”) and the Zionsville Parks Foundation (“Parks Foundation”), invite qualified consulting firms to submit proposals to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study for the potential development of a Nature Center serving the residents of Zionsville and visitors of the Carpenter Nature Preserve. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the viability, scale, operational requirements, financial sustainability, and community impact of a future nature center that would support environmental education, nature-based recreation, conservation awareness, and public engagement. The selected consultant will provide a data-driven assessment and recommendations regarding facility development, staffing, operations, revenue generation, and long-term sustainability. Please review the related documents below for full RFP breakdown, along with supporting documentation. Project Timeline Complete proposals due by October 2nd, 2026 at 3:00 pm Potential Project Start Date: January 2027 Contact Information Send questions and complete RFP to Jarod Logsdon, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation at For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. . Publication Date/Time: 8/13/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 10/2/2026 3:00 PM Related Documents: Carpenter Nature Preserve NLCT LWCF INSWMP Conservation Easement Deed Carpenter Nature Preserve- Declaration of Special Restriction LWCF 11.2024 Town of Zionsville Parks and Recreation Department Nature Center Feasibility Study RFP

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services

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