City of Easton Parking System Evaluation Professional Services RFP 2026
City of EastonCity · Easton, PA- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Searfoss
- (610) 250-6617
The 30-second brief
The City of Easton is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of its municipally operated parking system. The selected consultant will assess current conditions across two municipal garages (South Third Street and North Fourth Street), approximately 1,053 publicly owned spaces, and 800 metered on-street spaces. The scope includes 13 specific tasks such as supply and demand analysis, technology assessment (PARCS, LPR, mobile payments), enforcement practices, ADA compliance, and curb management strategies. The project aims to optimize revenue, improve efficiency, and support future growth, including impacts from the Da Vinci Science City and redevelopment of the Pine Street Garage. A Q&A meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2026, with proposals due by July 1, 2026. Evaluation will be based on experience (20%), project approach (30%), performance (20%), cost-effectiveness (20%), and capacity (10%).
Project work plan and schedule, Existing conditions assessment report, Data analysis and findings memorandum, Stakeholder and public engagement summary, Draft parking strategy and recommendations report, Final report, Presentations to City Council, GIS-based mapping
Experience and qualifications (20%), Project approach and understanding (30%), Performance on similar projects (20%), Cost effectiveness (20%), Capacity and ability (10%)
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Summary
The City of Easton is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of its municipally operated parking system.
The selected consultant will assess current conditions across two municipal garages (South Third Street and North Fourth Street), approximately 1,053 publicly owned spaces, and 800 metered on-street spaces. The scope includes 13 specific tasks such as supply and demand analysis, technology assessment (PARCS, LPR, mobile payments), enforcement practices, ADA compliance, and curb management strategies. The project aims to optimize revenue, improve efficiency, and support future growth, including impacts from the Da Vinci Science City and redevelopment of the Pine Street Garage. A Q&A meeting is scheduled for June 8, 2026, with proposals due by July 1, 2026. Evaluation will be based on experience (20%), project approach (30%), performance (20%), cost-effectiveness (20%), and capacity (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Project work plan and schedule
- Existing conditions assessment report
- Data analysis and findings memorandum
- Stakeholder and public engagement summary
- Draft parking strategy and recommendations report
- Final report
- Presentations to City Council
- GIS-based mapping
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Firm qualifications
- Project understanding and approach
- Detailed methodology
- Project schedule
- Key personnel resumes
- Relevant project examples and references
- Itemized fee proposal
- Submit to
- City of Easton, Office of the City Administrator, 123 S. 3rd St, Easton, PA 18042
- Scope location
- Easton, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Easton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Easton, Office of the City Administrator, 123 S. 3rd St, Easton, PA 18042. For questions, contact Heather Searfoss.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Easton in PA, 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 Heather Searfoss at (610) 250-6617. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project work plan and schedule, Existing conditions assessment report, Data analysis and findings memorandum, Stakeholder and public engagement summary, Draft parking strategy and recommendations report, Final report, Presentations to City Council, GIS-based mapping. 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: "Experience and qualifications (20%), Project approach and understanding (30%), Performance on similar projects (20%), Cost effectiveness (20%), Capacity and ability (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Easton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Easton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Easton 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: Firm qualifications, Project understanding and approach, Detailed methodology, Project schedule, Key personnel resumes, Relevant project examples and references, Itemized fee proposal. Review the full document from City of Easton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Easton, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.