RFI - Lake County Off-Airport industrial Park Development Opportunity

Lake County Government
Request for Information
505 Harrison Avenue
PO BOX 964
Leadville, CO 80461
RFP@lakecountyco.gov
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION COVER SHEET
Title | Lake County O1-Airport Industrial Park Development Opportunity
Issue Date | 6/29/2026
Response Email | RFP@lakecountyco.gov or BidNet Direct
Questions Due | 8/10/2026 *No later than 5:00 pm
Response Due Date | 8/31/2026 *No later than 5:00 pm
Response Delivery | Electronic or Physical
DOCUMENTS INCLUDED IN THE RFI PACKAGE
RFI Schedules
Schedule A | Submission Instructions
Schedule B | Scope of Work
Schedule C | Project Schedule
RFI Attachments
Attachment 1 | OH-Airport Industrial Park Feasibility Study
Attachment 2 | Executive Summary of Feasibility Study
Attachment 3 | Site Location Map
Attachment 4 | Conceptual Site Plan (as part of the Feasibility Study)
Attachment 5 | Utility and Infrastructure Preliminary Mapping (as part of the Feasibility Study)

Lake County Government
Schedule A - Submission Instructions
Purpose
The Board of County Commissioners of Lake County, Colorado, by and through its Elected OHicials or
Employees (collectively referred to herein as, Lake County), seeks feedback to help answer the following
questions:
* What is the most viable development strategy for the site?
* What level of infrastructure investment is required?
* How should development be phased?
* What industries are best suited for the site?
* What public-private partnership models should be considered?
* What additional planning, engineering, or market analysis should be completed?
* What organizations may be interested in participating in future project phases?
Information received through this RFI may be used to support future:
* Engineering and infrastructure planning
* Grant applications
* Partnership development
* Requests for Qualifications (RFQs)
* Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
* Economic development initiatives
Participation in this RFI is not required for participation in future solicitations unless otherwise stated.
Background
Lake County Government has completed an Off-Airport Industrial Park Feasibility Study evaluating
development opportunities on approximately 85 acres of County-owned land located adjacent to the
Leadville-Lake County Airport. This project currently has the support of the Lake County Board of County
Commissioners.
The feasibility study includes:
* Economic and demographic analysis
* Industrial market assessment
* Industrial land demand analysis
* Stakeholder interviews
* Conceptual site planning
* Preliminary infrastructure planning
* Preliminary infrastructure cost estimates
* Target industry analysis
* Aerospace and high-altitude innovation opportunities
The feasibility study is attached to this RFI and incorporated by reference.
Respondents are encouraged to review the study and provide feedback regarding its assumptions,
findings, recommendations, and implementation strategies.
Proposal Advertisement
Information concerning this request on the Lake County Government website at,
https://www.lakecountyco.gov/bids.aspx. Lake County is also a member of BidNet Direct.

Lake County Government
Schedule A - Submission Instructions
Submission
Email submissions to RFP@lakecountyco.gov. If the Vendor does not desire email submissions, sealed
bids will be received at the below address by the proposals due date and time.
Lake County Government
ATTN: Contract Management
505 Harrison Avenue
PO BOX 964,
Leadville, CO 80461
Proposal documents are required to be submitted in their original fillable format. Emailed proposals must
include the following statement on the email, "I hereby waive my right to a sealed proposal." An email
confirmation will be sent when the proposal has been received.
Introductory Information
1. Responses shall be submitted electronically no later than 5:00 pm on 8/31/2026. Late or unsigned
responses shall not be accepted or considered.
2. It is the responsibility of the submitter to ensure that their response is received at
RFP@lakecountyco.gov or BidNet Direct on or before the deadline stated on the cover sheet.
3. Subject Line:
"Response Submission: Lake County Off-Airport Industrial Park Request for Information -
[Organization Name]"
Responses should be submitted as one or more attachments in commonly accessible formats,
including:
* PDF (preferred)
* Microsoft Word (.docx)
* Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
* Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx)
Respondents are encouraged to organize submissions using the following format:
1. Cover Letter
2. Organizational Information
3. Relevant Experience
4. Feasibility Study Feedback
5. Development Strategy Recommendations
6. Infrastructure Recommendations
7. Market Opportunities
8. Partnership Opportunities
9. Additional Comments
*There is no page limit
Requested Information
Respondents are encouraged to provide information on any relevant topic, including:

Lake County Government
Schedule A - Submission Instructions
Organizational Information
* Company overview
* Organizational structure
* Relevant experience
* Key personnel
Development Experience
Experience with:
* Industrial parks
* Airport-adjacent projects
* Rural development
* Public-private partnerships
* Infrastructure delivery
Development Strategy
Recommendations regarding:
* Project phasing
* Lot configurations
* Building typologies
* Ownership structures
* Ground lease versus land sale
* Speculative versus build-to-suit development
Infrastructure Strategy
Recommendations regarding:
* Infrastructure delivery
* Cost-sharing approaches
* Utility requirements
* Financing tools
* Grant opportunities
Market Opportunities
Identification of:
* Target industries
* Potential users
* Aerospace opportunities
* Manufacturing opportunities
* Emerging market opportunities
Partnership Opportunities
Potential:
* Partnership structures
* Investment opportunities
* Funding opportunities
* Collaboration concepts

Lake County Government
Schedule A - Submission Instructions
Optional Industry Engagement
Lake County recognizes that some organizations may prefer direct discussion rather than preparing a
lengthy written response.
Accordingly, the County may host:
* Industry information sessions
* Virtual project briefings
* One-on-one interviews
* Stakeholder workshops
* Industry roundtables
* Project visioning discussions
Organizations interested in participating in these discussions are encouraged to indicate their interest in
their response or contact the County directly.
Participation in these discussions does not constitute a procurement process and will be used solely to
inform future planning and implementation efforts.
Confidential and Proprietary Information
Lake County recognizes that respondents may wish to provide proprietary business information,
development concepts, market analyses, financial assumptions, or other commercially sensitive
information.
Respondents should clearly identify any information they believe to be confidential or proprietary.
The County will make reasonable efforts to protect such information to the extent permitted under
applicable law, including the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). The County cannot guarantee that
submitted information will be exempt from disclosure but will evaluate confidentiality requests in
accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Respondents are encouraged to provide meaningful and candid feedback, recognizing that the County
values detailed industry input and will endeavor to protect proprietary information where legally
permissible.
Disclaimer
This RFI is issued solely for planning and information-gathering purposes.
Lake County Government reserves the right to:
* Modify or cancel this RFI at any time.
* Request additional information.
* Conduct follow-up interviews and discussions.
* Utilize information received for planning purposes.
* Issue future RFQs, RFPs, or other solicitations.
Issuance of this RFI does not obligate the County to pursue any project, enter into any agreement,
reimburse respondents for costs incurred, or issue any future procurement.
Lake County Government appreciates your interest in helping shape the future of economic development,
innovation, and industrial growth opportunities in Lake County, Colorado.

Lake County Government
Schedule B - Scope of Work
Project Overview
Lake County Government is seeking information, feedback, and expressions of interest from qualified
development, investment, infrastructure, aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, and economic development
partners regarding the potential development of an approximately 85-acre Off-Airport Industrial Park
adjacent to the Leadville-Lake County Airport (LXV).
The County has completed a preliminary feasibility study and conceptual planning effort and is now
seeking industry input regarding:
* Development strategies
* Infrastructure delivery models
* Public-private partnership opportunities
* Market opportunities
* Industrial land absorption
* Financing and implementation approaches
The County is particularly interested in identifying organizations that may be interested in participating in
future phases of the project.
This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to inform future planning, engineering, funding, partnership
development, and potential future solicitations.
This RFI is not a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), or procurement process at
this point. Those may become the next steps for qualified parties as a result of this RFI.
Qualified Respondents
The County welcomes responses from organizations with experience or interest in one or more of the
following:
* Industrial Park development
* Master-planned business parks
* Aviation and aerospace development
* Airport-adjacent development
* Industrial real estate investment
* Public-private partnerships
* Infrastructure development and financing
* Manufacturing
* Logistics and distribution
* Research and development
* Economic development implementation
* Utility infrastructure
* Commercial and industrial construction
Respondents may include:
* Master developers
* Industrial developers
* Real estate investment firms
* Aerospace companies
* Manufacturing firms
* Infrastructure providers

Lake County Government
Schedule B - Scope of Work
* Economic development organizations
* Utility providers
* Public agencies
* Engineering and planning firms
* Development teams or partnerships
The County welcomes responses from both individual organizations and collaborative teams.
Site Characteristics
The project area consists of approximately 85 gross acres of County-owned property located east of the
Leadville-Lake County Airport.
Key characteristics include:
* County-owned land
* Approximately 85 acres
* Airport-adjacent location
* Highway 24 access
* Elevation approximately 10,150 feet
* Conceptual site plan completed
* Preliminary feasibility study completed
Supporting site maps and conceptual planning materials are included with this RFI.
Development Vision
The County's objectives include:
* Economic diversification
* Primary job creation
* Industrial and flex-space development
* Aviation and aerospace opportunities
* Outdoor industry manufacturing
* Research and testing activities
* Small business growth and expansion
* Workforce-supportive employment opportunities
* Innovation and emerging technology sectors
The County is particularly interested in opportunities that leverage the area's unique competitive
advantages, including high-altitude testing, proximity to an airport, and Colorado's aerospace ecosystem.
Infrastructure and Phasing
The County recognizes that significant infrastructure investment may be necessary to support
development.
Preliminary planning considerations include:
* Phased development approaches
* Roadway access and circulation
* Water service and pressure requirements
* Potential booster station needs
* Sewer extensions

Lake County Government
Schedule B - Scope of Work
* Stormwater detention and drainage
* Utility sizing for long-term buildout
* Broadband, electric, and natural gas service
The County is interested in understanding:
* Appropriate infrastructure phasing strategies
* Public versus private infrastructure responsibilities
* Infrastructure financing approaches
* Grant funding opportunities
* Development sequencing strategies
* Minimum infrastructure required for initial phases
The County is also evaluating future engineering efforts that could advance the project toward grant-ready
infrastructure design.

Lake County Government
Schedule C - Project Schedule
Schedule
Below is the anticipated solicitation schedule for this project:
Advertisement Date 6/29/2026
Bid Questions are Due 8/10/2026
Answers Posted 8/19/2026
Bids are Due 8/31/2026
County Review Period TBD
Follow-Up Interviews / Roundtable TBD

Attachment 1
O# Airport Industrial Park Feasibility Study