City of Council Bluffs 2050 Comprehensive and Downtown Master Plan RFP 2025-67
City of Council BluffsCity · Council Bluffs, IA- Due
- Nov 3, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2025
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Council Bluffs is soliciting proposals from multi-disciplinary firms to develop an integrated 2050 Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Master Plan. The project scope encompasses land use, zoning, economic development, transportation, and infrastructure planning for the city's downtown, incorporated limits, and two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction. A significant emphasis is placed on a robust community engagement process. The final scope of work will be negotiated with the selected consultant based on anticipated tasks outlined in the RFP. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the IonWave bidding platform by November 3, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. CST. A question-and-answer period ends October 10, 2025.
Evaluation Criteria and Consultant Selection Process
SUMMARY
The City of Council Bluffs is soliciting proposals from multi-disciplinary firms to develop an integrated 2050 Comprehensive Plan and Downtown Master Plan.
The project scope encompasses land use, zoning, economic development, transportation, and infrastructure planning for the city's downtown, incorporated limits, and two-mile extraterritorial jurisdiction. A significant emphasis is placed on a robust community engagement process. The final scope of work will be negotiated with the selected consultant based on anticipated tasks outlined in the RFP. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the IonWave bidding platform by November 3, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. CST. A question-and-answer period ends October 10, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluation Criteria and Consultant Selection Process
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Submittal Requirements, Requested Attachments in IonWave
- Submit to
- https://cbiabids.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
- Scope location
- Council Bluffs, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Council Bluffs?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://cbiabids.ionwave.net/Login.aspx.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Council Bluffs in IA, 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.
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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: "Evaluation Criteria and Consultant Selection Process" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Council Bluffs?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Council Bluffs are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Council Bluffs 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: Submittal Requirements, Requested Attachments in IonWave. Review the full document from City of Council Bluffs for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Council Bluffs, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.