City of Cleveland Art and Entertainment District Master Plan RFQ 2026
City of ClevelandCity · Cleveland, TN- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kristi Powers
The 30-second brief
The City of Cleveland, Tennessee is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from planning and design consultants to prepare a comprehensive Small Area Master Plan for approximately 100 acres. The project area includes a 58-acre Arts and Entertainment District and adjacent city-owned Brownfield property in downtown Cleveland. Scope of work includes reviewing prior revitalization plans, analyzing existing conditions, leading community and stakeholder engagement, and preparing a mixed-use land use framework with conceptual renderings focused on adaptive reuse and infill development. SOQs must be submitted electronically to Kristi Powers at [email protected] by March 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The deadline for written questions is February 13, 2026.
Statements of Qualifications, Mixed-use land use and development framework, Conceptual renderings, Visualizations, Final Master Plan document
Detailed scope of services, submittal requirements, evaluation criteria available on website
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Summary
The City of Cleveland, Tennessee is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from planning and design consultants to prepare a comprehensive Small Area Master Plan for approximately 100 acres.
The project area includes a 58-acre Arts and Entertainment District and adjacent city-owned Brownfield property in downtown Cleveland. Scope of work includes reviewing prior revitalization plans, analyzing existing conditions, leading community and stakeholder engagement, and preparing a mixed-use land use framework with conceptual renderings focused on adaptive reuse and infill development. SOQs must be submitted electronically to Kristi Powers at [email protected] by March 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. The deadline for written questions is February 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Detailed scope of services
- Submittal requirements
- Evaluation criteria available on website
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Statements of Qualifications
- Mixed-use land use and development framework
- Conceptual renderings
- Visualizations
- Final Master Plan document
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cleveland, TN
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Cleveland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kristi Powers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Cleveland in TN, 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 RFQ 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 Kristi Powers. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statements of Qualifications, Mixed-use land use and development framework, Conceptual renderings, Visualizations, Final Master Plan 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: "Detailed scope of services, submittal requirements, evaluation criteria available on website" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cleveland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Cleveland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Cleveland 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 RFQ?
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 Cleveland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cleveland, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.