Facilities Utilization & Feasibility Study

City of Great Falls

Buyer is seeking qualified consultants to conduct a comprehensive feasibility and strategic use study of several city-owned public venues. The study will assess current usage, physical condition, financial performance, and long-term viability of facilities including the Mansfield Convention Center, Mansfield Theater, and other public spaces. Buyer wants to determine how these spaces can be better utilized or reimagined to meet community needs and market demands. The study will evaluate various operational models including city-operated, public-private partnerships, and privatization options.

• 6/23/2025 - Request for Proposal issued
• 7/15/2025 - Inquiries due
• 7/22/2025 - City answers to inquiries
• 7/29/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 8/11/2025 - Interviews (if conducted)
• 8/18/2025 - Selected firm(s) notified

• Assess physical condition of city-owned public venues
• Evaluate current management structure and operational practices
• Conduct market feasibility and demand analysis
• Develop strategic marketing recommendations to attract clients
• Analyze financial viability of facilities and develop multi-year projections
• Recommend programming models to increase facility utilization
• Evaluate public-private partnership and privatization opportunities
• Develop facility improvement plans with cost-benefit analysis
• Benchmark against successful privately operated venues
• Provide implementation roadmap with phased timelines and KPIs