Project Information

Bid Title

Convention Center Feasibility Study

Issuing Agency

City of St. Petersburg

Location

Florida

Published Date

Mar 11, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: Convention Center Feasibility Study

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 3/11/2026

Due Date: 4/30/2026

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Convention Center Feasibility Study

Request For Proposal

Economic Development

91800

Project ID: RFP- 26 - 160

Release Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026

· Due Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 3:00pm

Posted Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:51am

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Post Information

Posted At:Wed, Mar 11, 2026 11:51 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The City of St. Petersburg (City) is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study evaluating the viability of a proposed convention center in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida. The study will assess market demand, competitive positioning, facility program requirements, financial performance, and overall economic impact. The selected consultant will analyze regional and national industry trends, engage key stakeholders, identify demand segments and unmet market opportunities, and benchmark against comparable and innovative convention center models.

The consultant will also recommend an appropriate facility program—including space needs, support infrastructure, parking, and hotel requirements—while accounting for flexibility and future adaptability. Deliverables will include capital cost estimates, an operating pro forma with sensitivity testing, an evaluation of potential funding and financing mechanisms, and a quantified analysis of anticipated economic and fiscal impacts such as visitor spending, tax revenue, and job creation tied to both construction and ongoing operations.

Timeline

Release Project Date:

March 11, 2026

Question Submission Deadline:

April 2, 2026, 12:00pm

Question Response Deadline:

April 7, 2026, 3:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline:

April 30, 2026, 3:00pm

Evaluation/Shortlisting Meeting (Non-Mandatory):

May 18, 2026, 1:30pm

1 4th Street N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Conference Room 800

** The Evaluation/Shortlisting meeting is tentative and subject to change. Any changes to the schedule will be posted as a notice to the solicitation. **

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541330Engineering Services

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