City of Chesapeake - Western Branch Area Plan Consulting Services - RFP 2026
City of ChesapeakeCity · Chesapeake, VA- Due
- Jan 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 12, 2025
- Primary contact
- Rebecca Lackey
The 30-second brief
The City of Chesapeake is seeking a qualified consultant team to prepare the Western Branch Area Plan, a community-driven framework to guide quality of life improvements, land use, development design, and economic prosperity within the Western Branch Planning Area. The successful consultant will lead a robust public engagement process, analyze current and future conditions, and develop implementable recommendations balancing suburban character with urban opportunities. The submission deadline is January 29, 2026.
A user-friendly, Graphic-rich Area Plan, Specific implementation steps, A 3D visualization of one target redevelopment site
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Summary
The City of Chesapeake is seeking a qualified consultant team to prepare the Western Branch Area Plan, a community-driven framework to guide quality of life improvements, land use, development design, and economic prosperity within the Western Branch Planning Area.
The successful consultant will lead a robust public engagement process, analyze current and future conditions, and develop implementable recommendations balancing suburban character with urban opportunities. The submission deadline is January 29, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- A user-friendly
- Graphic-rich Area Plan
- Specific implementation steps
- A 3D visualization of one target redevelopment site
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofchesapeakeva/projects/203906
- Scope location
- City of Chesapeake, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Chesapeake?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityofchesapeakeva/projects/203906. For questions, contact Rebecca Lackey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Chesapeake in VA, 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 Rebecca Lackey. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: A user-friendly, Graphic-rich Area Plan, Specific implementation steps, A 3D visualization of one target redevelopment site. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Chesapeake?
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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. Review the full document from City of Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.