City of Bethlehem, Northampton County - Request for Proposals Historic Officer Consultant For The North Bethlehem, South Bethlehem and Mount Airy Local Historic Districts
City of BethlehemCity · Bethlehem, PA- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The City of Bethlehem is seeking a Historic Officer Consultant to provide professional services for the North Bethlehem, South Bethlehem, and Mount Airy Local Historic Districts. The consultant will gather history and information on structures, attend and prepare minutes for HARB and HCC meetings, record motions, prepare recommendations on Certificate of Appropriateness requests for City Council, inspect properties for compliance, appear in court when requested, and provide design review advice and guidance to property owners. The proposed budget is $50,400 for 2027, split evenly between the north side Historic Architectural Review Board and the south side Historic Conservation Commission. Proposals are due electronically via PENNBID by November 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Selection criteria include consultant qualifications, experience, key personnel, and capacity.
Requirements and scope of work outlined in the Request for Proposals, interviews
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Summary
The City of Bethlehem is seeking a Historic Officer Consultant to provide professional services for the North Bethlehem, South Bethlehem, and Mount Airy Local Historic Districts.
The consultant will gather history and information on structures, attend and prepare minutes for HARB and HCC meetings, record motions, prepare recommendations on Certificate of Appropriateness requests for City Council, inspect properties for compliance, appear in court when requested, and provide design review advice and guidance to property owners. The proposed budget is $50,400 for 2027, split evenly between the north side Historic Architectural Review Board and the south side Historic Conservation Commission. Proposals are due electronically via PENNBID by November 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM. Selection criteria include consultant qualifications, experience, key personnel, and capacity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Requirements and scope of work outlined in the Request for Proposals, interviews
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix “A” – Professional Qualifications Standards
- Submit to
- https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- City of Bethlehem, Northampton County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bethlehem?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Bethlehem in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Requirements and scope of work outlined in the Request for Proposals, interviews" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix “A” – Professional Qualifications Standards. Review the full document from City of Bethlehem for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: City of Bethlehem, Northampton County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.