City of Cleveland Heights Citywide Wayfinding System Design Services RFQ - 2026
City of Cleveland HeightsCity · Cleveland Heights, OH- Due
- Dec 14, 2026
- 30 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Julie Kaufman
The 30-second brief
The City of Cleveland Heights, Ohio is seeking statements of qualifications from design firms or teams to design a citywide wayfinding and signage system and produce fabrication-ready design and build documents for Tier 1 and Tier 2 elements. The project builds on a 2025 countywide plan and 2026 local engagement, aiming to guide residents and visitors across 11 business districts, parks, and civic facilities while reflecting local character. The scope includes discovery and analysis, design direction, stakeholder review, design development, and fabrication-ready documents pending funding. Responses are due by Monday, December 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with questions due by December 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria include design portfolio, municipal wayfinding experience, fabrication readiness, stakeholder integration, and key personnel qualifications.
Design excellence and quality of the firm’s wayfinding and environmental graphic design portfolio, Experience designing municipal, district, or campus-scale wayfinding systems, Experience producing fabrication-ready documents and coordinating with fabricators, Demonstrated ability to integrate prior community and stakeholder input into design, Qualifications and availability of key personnel, Understanding of the Project, Capacity to meet the Project schedule given current workload
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Summary
The City of Cleveland Heights, Ohio is seeking statements of qualifications from design firms or teams to design a citywide wayfinding and signage system and produce fabrication-ready design and build documents for Tier 1 and Tier 2 elements.
The project builds on a 2025 countywide plan and 2026 local engagement, aiming to guide residents and visitors across 11 business districts, parks, and civic facilities while reflecting local character. The scope includes discovery and analysis, design direction, stakeholder review, design development, and fabrication-ready documents pending funding. Responses are due by Monday, December 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, with questions due by December 4, 2026. Evaluation criteria include design portfolio, municipal wayfinding experience, fabrication readiness, stakeholder integration, and key personnel qualifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Design excellence and quality of the firm’s wayfinding and environmental graphic design portfolio, Experience designing municipal, district, or campus-scale wayfinding systems, Experience producing fabrication-ready documents and coordinating with fabricators, Demonstrated ability to integrate prior community and stakeholder input into design, Qualifications and availability of key personnel, Understanding of the Project, Capacity to meet the Project schedule given current workload
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Cover Letter
- Firm Profile
- Approach Statement
- Similar Experience
- Project Team and Organization
- Resumes
- Current Workload
- Prior Work with the City or LAND studio
- Engagement Experience
- Insurance Certificate
- Equity and Inclusion
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Cleveland Heights, Ohio
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Cleveland Heights?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 14, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Julie Kaufman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Cleveland Heights 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 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 Julie Kaufman. 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: "Design excellence and quality of the firm’s wayfinding and environmental graphic design portfolio, Experience designing municipal, district, or campus-scale wayfinding systems, Experience producing fa..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Cleveland Heights?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 14, 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Firm Profile, Approach Statement, Similar Experience, Project Team and Organization, Resumes, Current Workload, Prior Work with the City or LAND studio, Engagement Experience, Insurance. Review the full document from City of Cleveland Heights 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 Heights, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
