Fw: Project Paws - Real Estate Inquiry

Henry McClure

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From: Ashley Lehman <ashley.lehman@topekapartnership.com>
Sent: Thursday, 17 September 2026 08:27:00
Cc: Ashley Lehman <ashley.lehman@topekapartnership.com>
Subject: Project Paws - Real Estate Inquiry

 

Hello,

 

The Kansas Department of Commerce is working directly with a company that would like to review real estate options for a possible production/R&D/sales/distribution facility. At this time, they are only interested in existing facility to purchase, not lease.  

 

Timeline: As soon as possible. Within 3 months. Operational 10+ months after purchase.

 

Can you please review the criteria below and share any possible buildings that match the requirements by September 23^rd.

 

Minimum Site Requirements:

• EXISTING BUILDINGS FOR SALE with a target between 79k-87k sq ft. Comparable larger facilities may also be considered. (7-20 acres preferred)
• Minimum 30 ft clear height.
• Loading: 5 truck loading positions /dock-high doors; Facility must accommodate 53-ft semi-trailers.
• Heavy duty industrial slab suitable for cold storage and food processing equipment. Targeting approximately 8-10” concrete where applicable and floor load around 1000 psf.
• Large trucks must be able to enter, maneuver, load/unload, and exit without operational restrictions.
• Preferably within 5 miles of an interstate highway with 24/7 heavy-truck traffic permitted.
• Prefers Kansas City metro, but may review other options especially if within a 1-hour drive to an airport.
• Rail is preferred, but not mandatory.

 

Thank you,

 

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