City of Fort Myers - Land Development Code Update - RFP 26-107 (2026)
City of Fort MyersCity · Fort Myers, FL- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 21 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Denise Finn
- (239) 321-7242
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Fort Myers is seeking proposals from qualified multidisciplinary consulting firms or teams to comprehensively rewrite the City's Land Development Code (LDC). The project involves a policy-informed, legally sound, and implementation-oriented rewrite to implement the Comprehensive Plan, improve predictability and ease of administration, and facilitate context-sensitive redevelopment of existing developed sites, infill parcels, adaptive reuse, commercial corridors, and constrained lots. The scope includes existing conditions and code assessment, redevelopment and nonconformity assessment, community and stakeholder engagement, code framework development, comprehensive LDC drafting, review comment resolution, parcel and scenario testing, and final adoption and implementation support. Submittals are due by November 6, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST via the OpenGov Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2026, via Microsoft Teams. Questions are due by October 23, 2026.
Project management plan and initial project controls, Engagement plan, Existing Conditions and Code Assessment, Code framework policy alternatives and crosswalk, Preliminary rewritten LDC, Parcel Testing Report, Final draft LDC and comment-response matrix, Adoption-ready documents implementation resources and training materials, Final editable and searchable project files
Approach to the Project and LDC Rewrite (22%), Experience of the Firm and Qualifications of Assigned Personnel (19%), Understanding of Fort Myers and Technical Issues (16%), Project Management Schedule and Quality Control (13%), Community and Stakeholder Engagement (10%), Cost Proposal (8%), Deliverables Implementation and Training (7%), Past Performance and References (5%)
SUMMARY
The City of Fort Myers is seeking proposals from qualified multidisciplinary consulting firms or teams to comprehensively rewrite the City's Land Development Code (LDC).
The project involves a policy-informed, legally sound, and implementation-oriented rewrite to implement the Comprehensive Plan, improve predictability and ease of administration, and facilitate context-sensitive redevelopment of existing developed sites, infill parcels, adaptive reuse, commercial corridors, and constrained lots. The scope includes existing conditions and code assessment, redevelopment and nonconformity assessment, community and stakeholder engagement, code framework development, comprehensive LDC drafting, review comment resolution, parcel and scenario testing, and final adoption and implementation support. Submittals are due by November 6, 2026, at 4:00 pm EST via the OpenGov Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2026, via Microsoft Teams. Questions are due by October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Project management plan and initial project controls
- Engagement plan
- Existing Conditions and Code Assessment
- Code framework policy alternatives and crosswalk
- Preliminary rewritten LDC
- Parcel Testing Report
- Final draft LDC and comment-response matrix
- Adoption-ready documents implementation resources and training materials
- Final editable and searchable project files
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Current Capacity Certification
- E-Verify Affidavit
- Florida Public Entity Crime Acknowledgement
- Foreign Entities Affidavit
- Human Trafficking Affidavit
- Sunbiz Webpage
- W-9
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityftmyers
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Fort Myers, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Fort Myers?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cityftmyers. For questions, contact Denise Finn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Fort Myers in FL, 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 Denise Finn at (239) 321-7242. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project management plan and initial project controls, Engagement plan, Existing Conditions and Code Assessment, Code framework policy alternatives and crosswalk, Preliminary rewritten LDC, Parcel Testing Report, Final draft LDC and comment-response matrix, Adoption-ready documents implementation res. 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: "Approach to the Project and LDC Rewrite (22%), Experience of the Firm and Qualifications of Assigned Personnel (19%), Understanding of Fort Myers and Technical Issues (16%), Project Management Schedul..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fort Myers?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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 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: Current Capacity Certification, E-Verify Affidavit, Florida Public Entity Crime Acknowledgement, Foreign Entities Affidavit, Human Trafficking Affidavit, Sunbiz Webpage, W-9. Review the full document from City of Fort Myers for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Myers, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.