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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL COMMERCIAL DESIGN GUIDELINES

City of Bexley logoCity of Bexley
Due
Apr 9, 2025
Deadline passed
Primary contact
Megan Meyer

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

The City of Bexley, Ohio is requesting qualified planning consultants to develop a comprehensive Commercial Design Guidelines document. This document seeks to re-envision the current Main Street Design Guidelines by establishing overarching guidelines for core commercial areas in Bexley and providing specific standards tailored to the unique contexts of East Main Street, North Cassady Avenue, and East Livingston Avenue.

What you must deliver

Comprehensive Commercial Design Guidelines document

How it's scored

Implementation of the Commercial Design Guidelines, Consultant's previous experience with similar projects and qualifications of the project team, Consultant's ability and understanding of the proposed approach and methodology, Develops strategies for effective community engagement and stakeholder involvement, Ability to integrate the guidelines with existing city policies and strategies, Analysis of estimated project budget relative to the proposed document, City's prior experience with Consultant, if applicable, Compliance with RFP specifications

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Summary

The City of Bexley, Ohio is requesting qualified planning consultants to develop a comprehensive Commercial Design Guidelines document.

This document seeks to re-envision the current Main Street Design Guidelines by establishing overarching guidelines for core commercial areas in Bexley and providing specific standards tailored to the unique contexts of East Main Street, North Cassady Avenue, and East Livingston Avenue.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Implementation of the Commercial Design Guidelines, Consultant's previous experience with similar projects and qualifications of the project team, Consultant's ability and understanding of the proposed approach and methodology, Develops strategies for effective community engagement and stakeholder involvement, Ability to integrate the guidelines with existing city policies and strategies, Analysis of estimated project budget relative to the proposed document, City's prior experience with Consultant, if applicable, Compliance with RFP specifications

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Comprehensive Commercial Design Guidelines document

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

5
  • Appendix A: Main Street Design Guidelines (2002)
  • Appendix B: Bexley Strategic Plan (rev. 2023)
  • Appendix C: Joint Livingston Avenue Plan
  • Appendix D: Southwest Bexley Strategic Plan
  • Appendix E: Residential Design Guidelines (rev. 2023)
Submit to
[email protected] or sealed envelope to City of Bexley, c/o Megan Meyer, Bexley Director of Administration and Development, 2242 E. Main Street, Bexley, Ohio
Scope location
East Main Street, North Cassady Avenue, and East Livingston Avenue in Bexley, Ohio

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from City of Bexley?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 9, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or sealed envelope to City of Bexley, c/o Megan Meyer, Bexley Director of Administration and Development, 2242 E. Main Street, Bexley, Ohio. For questions, contact Megan Meyer.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of Bexley in OH, 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.

Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?

Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Megan Meyer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive Commercial Design Guidelines document. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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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: "Implementation of the Commercial Design Guidelines, Consultant's previous experience with similar projects and qualifications of the project team, Consultant's ability and understanding of the propose..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bexley?

All active and historical solicitations from City of Bexley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bexley regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.

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: Main Street Design Guidelines (2002), Appendix B: Bexley Strategic Plan (rev. 2023), Appendix C: Joint Livingston Avenue Plan, Appendix D: Southwest Bexley Strategic Plan, Appendix E: Resi. Review the full document from City of Bexley for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Main Street, North Cassady Avenue, and East Livingston Avenue in Bexley, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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