The City of Chapman, Kansas is seeking sealed bids for five construction packages to remodel about 3,200 square feet of the Buhrer Opera House Building into a dance, tumbling, and aerial-arts facility. The project is partly funded by a Community Development Block Grant and requires bidders to submit an AIA A305-2020 Contractor’s Qualification Statement and comply with related CDBG documentation requirements, including certified payrolls and employee interviews. Bids are due at City Hall by 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on November 10, 2026; this is an invitation for bids for construction work, not a grant solicitation.
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1,380
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Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Chapman
Chapman City Council Monthly Meeting
Date: Jun 17, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed flooding issues on 6th Street and received the 2025 audit report. A construction bid for the Downtown Dance Rehab Project was rejected due to costs exceeding budget projections. The council renewed a lease agreement for fire equipment storage and deliberated on the use of license plate readers in the city, ultimately tabling the issue for further legal review. Additionally, a shared facilities agreement with USD 473 was approved, the resignation of a councilmember and the appointment of a replacement were handled, a new Director of Parks and Recreation was hired, and the council president was appointed. Various departmental reports were presented regarding staffing changes, facility improvements, and upcoming community events.
Chapman City Council Monthly Meeting
Date: May 13, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The Council discussed community concerns including residential size restrictions for tiny homes, equipment storage, and maintenance of city alleys and trees near power lines. Key project updates included a potential grant for a new fire station and the approval of an engineering services contract for that project. The Council authorized the purchase of fireworks for a Labor Day celebration, subject to insurance and safety training requirements. Additionally, the Council addressed a potential ballfield renewal project, personnel changes in code enforcement, and updates regarding the city website's ADA compliance requirements, public works vehicle procurement, and city infrastructure maintenance projects.
Key Contacts
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Who manages procurement and purchasing for the City of Chapman?
The City Administrator's office manages day-to-day procurement and purchasing for the City of Chapman, while final contracting authority and procurement policy rest with the Mayor and five-member City Council. Vendors can contact the City Administrator via the city's directory for procurement questions.
How does the City of Chapman approve procurement contracts and awards?
The City Council of the City of Chapman is the official approving body for contracts; the City Code (Advisory Boards article) requires proposed contracts be reviewed by the City Administrator and approved by the City Council. Contracts are initiated through the City Administrator's office and approved at council meetings.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for the City of Chapman?
Chapman City Council Special Council Meeting
Date: Jun 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council conducted a meeting to discuss the 2027 budget. Key discussion points included reviewing revenue neutral rate calculations, adjusting estimated revenue for the golf course, and revising proposed budgets for various departments, including administration, police, street, and water. These adjustments resulted in a recalculated estimated mill levy rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The council also considered the necessity of holding an additional budget workshop.
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Vendors can find the city's procurement-related ordinances and standard contract terms in the Code of the City of Chapman, published at chapmanks.citycode.net. The City’s Government Resources pages (agendas, minutes, resolutions) on chapmanks.com include solicitation-specific terms and council-approved contract documents.
