Project Information

Bid Title

Sale of Real Property - 14 W. Walnut Street, Liberal

Issuing Agency

Liberal city

Location

Kansas

Published Date

Mar 12, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 16, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Sale of Real Property - 14 W. Walnut Street, Liberal
Category:	Land Leases
Status:	Open

Description: The City of Liberal, Kansas (the "City") is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of City Owned real property (the “Property”) as described in this bid posting. Bids must be for all of the real property described and not just a portion thereof. No late, emailed, or faxed bids will be accepted. The receipt of responses does not require the City to accept any bid, enter into a contract, or to complete a sale. Any and all bids may be rejected. Property Description: The Property is located at 14 W. Walnut Street in Liberal, Kansas. Formerly known as the South Liberal Fire Station, the property is more particularly described and depicted below: Parcel ID: 0881930504017002000 Boundary Description: SOUTHLAWN GARDENS PLAT NO 2, BLOCK 18, Lot 45-48. Developed commercial structures include a former fire station building constructed in 1980 at a size of +/-3,344 square feet. The sale of the Property may be awarded, at the discretion of the City Commission, to the bidder submitting a bid in accordance with the terms outlined below and providing the best value to the City. If in the judgment of the City Commission the bids submitted do not represent the fair value of the Property, the Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Should any bid be accepted, winning bidder will sign contract and 10% earnest money deposited, subject to closing, and shall be deposited with the City or designated escrow agent by cashier's check or money order payable to the City of Liberal within three days of the award notice. No personal checks will be accepted. Publication Date/Time: 3/12/2026 3:00 PM Closing Date/Time: 4/16/2026 11:00 AM Submittal Information: Sealed bids due to Liberal City Hall, City Clerk's Office. Bid Opening Information: 4/16/26 at 11 am, City Hall Contact Person: Bidders may contact Assistant City Manager, Brad Beer, at (620) 626-2253 for clarifications and questions. Qualifications: Provisions of the sale of the Property shall include: 1. For the purchase of the real property in “as is” condition; 2. For the conveyance of the Property by warranty deed, and the deed will specify the property is sold “as is”; 3. For the Buyer to pay all survey fees; 4. For the Buyer to pay all fees, commissions and costs associated with closing the sale of the Property; Should the Buyer use a realtor, any such fees due the realtor will not be deducted from the bid/purchase price; 5. For the Buyer to assume all responsibility or liability for any environmental condition affecting the Property, or any clean-up or remediation that may be required by law; 6. For the development of the Property, acceptable to the City. 7. Buyer is responsible for obtaining any title history information and title insurance desired by Buyer; 8. Bidding is not subject to financing. Buyer is to have financing arranged prior to bidding. 9. Execute Contract for Sale and Purchase of Real Property acknowledging any conditions restricting the future use of the Property. Inspection of Property: Bidder/Purchaser and its agents or employees shall have the right to enter upon the Property during regular business hours (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and upon reasonable notice to conduct such inspections, tests, and studies as they may deem necessary prior to placing a bid. Bidder/Purchaser must contact City Hall at (620) 626-2201 to schedule an appointment. Bidder/Purchaser may enter the Property to conduct its inspection but shall be solely responsible for any damages caused thereby. Bidder/Purchaser shall repair any damage to the Property it causes or that is caused by its agents or invitees and shall indemnify and defend Seller and hold Seller harmless from and against any and all claims, liabilities or damages to the Property or against Seller caused by the intentional or negligent acts or omissions of Bidder/Purchaser and/or Bidder’s/Purchaser’s authorized agents, representatives or employees as a result of any inspection of the Property by such parties. Brokers or Real Estate Agents Fee: The City is not represented by a broker or real estate agent and no seller’s fee will be paid to a broker or real estate agent. If the Bid Form designates a broker or real estate agent representing the Purchaser, a fee may be paid at closing to a Purchaser’s Broker or Real Estate Agent representing the successful Purchaser. The Property will be sold “as is” with no warranties or representations as to suitability for any particular use. Conveyance of the Property will be by warranty deed. By submitting a bid, each bidder agrees to waive and does hereby waive any claim the bidder has or may have against the City of Liberal, Kansas, and the City’s respective employees and representatives for the award of damages or attorney fees, arising out of or in connection with the administration, evaluation, or recommendation of any bid, waiver, deletion or amendment of any requirements under this bid notice, acceptance or rejection of any bids, and award of the bid. By submitting a bid, the bidder specifically waives any right to recover or be paid attorney fees from the City of Liberal, Kansas. The City reserves the right to waive, delete or amend any of the requirements connected with this bid. Special Requirements: Sealed bids shall be delivered in hard-copy form on the attached bid proposal form, signed by the bidder or an authorized representative, and enclosed in a sealed envelope to the City of Liberal, City Clerk, 324 N. Kansas Ave, Liberal, KS 67901, or can be delivered in person to City Hall, 324 N. Kansas Ave, Liberal, KS. All sealed bid envelopes shall be plainly marked “SEALED BID TO PURCHASE REAL PROPERTY.” Bids must be received before 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Any bid received after that time will not be considered. Use of the U.S. Postal Service, private delivery companies, or courier services is undertaken at the sole risk of the bidder. It is the bidder's sole responsibility to ensure that the bid is in the possession of the issuing office by the deadline. The City will date and timestamp each bid upon submission. Bidder’s Representation: By submitting its bid, Bidder represents that: 1. Bidder has read and understands this solicitation; 2. Bidder’s bid is made in accordance with this solicitation; 3. Bidder’s bid is based upon the information set forth in this solicitation; and 4. Bidder accepts the terms and conditions stated in this request for sealed bids. City staff will publicly open, read and tabulate the bids at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at City Hall, 324 N. Kansas Ave, Liberal, KS 67901. Related Documents: Bid Sheet - 14 W Walnut

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REAL PROPERTY BID SHEET

Property: 14 W. Walnut, Liberal, KS

Purchaser Name:

Contact Mailing Address:

Contact Name:

Contact Phone Number:

Contact Email Address:

List your bid amount for the property located at 14 W. Walnut Street (SOUTHLAWN GARDENS

PLAT NO 2, BLOCK 18, Lot 45-48):

Should any bid be accepted, winning bidder will sign contract and 10% earnest money deposited,

subject to closing, and shall be deposited with the City or designated escrow agent by cashier's check

or money order payable to the City of Liberal within three days of the award notice. No personal checks

will be accepted.

By submitting its bid, Bidder represents that:

1. Bidder has read and understands this solicitation;

2. Bidder’s bid is made in accordance with this solicitation;

3. Bidder’s bid is based upon the information set forth in this solicitation; and

4. Bidder accepts the terms and conditions stated in this request for sealed bids.

Authorized Signer (print)

Authorized Signature

Signature Date

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 531390Other Activities Related to Real Estate

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