City of Cartersville Comprehensive Plan 5-Year Update - RFP 26-015 (2026)
City of CartersvilleCity · Cartersville, GA- Due
- Dec 4, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- David Hardegree
- (770) 387-5614
The 30-second brief
The City of Cartersville is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified planning consultants for the 5-year update to the City's Comprehensive Plan (RFP 26-015). The scope includes community demographics, economic development, open space and natural resources, historic resources, community facilities and services, housing, transportation, and land use inventory and assessment. Additional tasks involve community participation, stakeholder engagement, SWOT analysis, and developing a 2028-2032 Community Work Program. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with a question deadline of November 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposal quality and thoroughness (30), similar project experience in Georgia (20), community engagement approach (20), demonstrated performance (20), and pricing approach (10).
Quality and thoroughness of the proposal, consultant understanding and approach (30), Related experience of the firm/team with similar projects in Georgia (20), Understanding and commitment to execute creative, contextual, and engaging approaches to community engagement (20), Demonstrated ability to perform high quality work, control costs, and meet schedules (20), Pricing approach for the tasks listed (10)
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Summary
The City of Cartersville is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified planning consultants for the 5-year update to the City's Comprehensive Plan (RFP 26-015).
The scope includes community demographics, economic development, open space and natural resources, historic resources, community facilities and services, housing, transportation, and land use inventory and assessment. Additional tasks involve community participation, stakeholder engagement, SWOT analysis, and developing a 2028-2032 Community Work Program. Proposals are due by December 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with a question deadline of November 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposal quality and thoroughness (30), similar project experience in Georgia (20), community engagement approach (20), demonstrated performance (20), and pricing approach (10).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and thoroughness of the proposal, consultant understanding and approach (30), Related experience of the firm/team with similar projects in Georgia (20), Understanding and commitment to execute creative, contextual, and engaging approaches to community engagement (20), Demonstrated ability to perform high quality work, control costs, and meet schedules (20), Pricing approach for the tasks listed (10)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Five (5) copies of written proposal
- History and background of the firm
- Approach to the project
- Project personnel and resumes
- Time schedule
- Project budget/fees
- Description and references on similar projects
- Submit to
- City of Cartersville, Planning and Development office, P.O. Box 1390, 10 N. Public Square, 2nd Floor City Hall, Cartersville, GA 30120
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Cartersville, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Cartersville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Cartersville, Planning and Development office, P.O. Box 1390, 10 N. Public Square, 2nd Floor City Hall, Cartersville, GA 30120. For questions, contact David Hardegree.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Cartersville in GA, 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 David Hardegree at (770) 387-5614. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Quality and thoroughness of the proposal, consultant understanding and approach (30), Related experience of the firm/team with similar projects in Georgia (20), Understanding and commitment to execute..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cartersville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cartersville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cartersville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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?
Based on the posted deadline of December 4, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: five (5) copies of written proposal, history and background of the firm, approach to the project, project personnel and resumes, time schedule, project budget/fees, description and references on simil. Review the full document from City of Cartersville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cartersville, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.