City of Gahanna - Urban Forestry Master Plan Request for Proposals 2026
City of GahannaCity · Gahanna, OH- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 23 days left
- Posted
- Oct 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Julie Predieri
The 30-second brief
The City of Gahanna is seeking proposals from professional consultant firms for the planning and execution of an Urban Forestry Master Plan. The master plan will form the foundation of a city-wide forestry program covering street trees, park trees, other public trees, and opportunities to improve and expand tree canopy on private property within city limits. Key requirements include team qualifications with an ISA Certified Arborist or BCMA as project manager, statement of experience, project approach, client references, relevant sample work, and proposed pricing via Attachment E. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Julie Predieri.
Team Qualifications: Brief history of the Consultant, including areas of team expertise and technical capabilities. Qualified consultants must have an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist or Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) Credential as the project manager. Statement of Experience: Identify the proposed project manager and roles and Participation levels of all members of the project team; include a statement of Qualifications/résumé for each member. For each member, describe their experience with projects of a similar nature. Project Approach: Description of scope of work, including approach strategies and timeline which identifies major proposed tasks and products. Explain Work/communication process with sub-consultants and how sub-consultants will be managed. Explain preferred work/communication process with City staff. References: Three (minimum) client references for municipal park and recreation Departments (within the last 5 years) led by the proposed project manager. Please include the full name of the municipality, project manager, address, phone number, website, and email. Relevant Sample Work: No more than three work samples from previous projects of a similar nature. Please describe the scope of work performed for each project. Proposed Pricing (not included in page limit): Submit a completed Pricing Schedule using the Attachment E Proposal Pricing Form along with a billing rate schedule. The submitted Pricing Form shall include total Consultant hours per task, total Consultant fee per task, Subconsultant fees per task (if any). The submitted Pricing Form shall clearly identify the total value of services to be provided by DBE/EDGE/SBE firms.
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Summary
The City of Gahanna is seeking proposals from professional consultant firms for the planning and execution of an Urban Forestry Master Plan.
The master plan will form the foundation of a city-wide forestry program covering street trees, park trees, other public trees, and opportunities to improve and expand tree canopy on private property within city limits. Key requirements include team qualifications with an ISA Certified Arborist or BCMA as project manager, statement of experience, project approach, client references, relevant sample work, and proposed pricing via Attachment E. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Julie Predieri.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Team Qualifications: Brief history of the Consultant, including areas of team expertise and technical capabilities. Qualified consultants must have an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist or Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) Credential as the project manager. Statement of Experience: Identify the proposed project manager and roles and Participation levels of all members of the project team; include a statement of Qualifications/résumé for each member. For each member, describe their experience with projects of a similar nature. Project Approach: Description of scope of work, including approach strategies and timeline which identifies major proposed tasks and products. Explain Work/communication process with sub-consultants and how sub-consultants will be managed. Explain preferred work/communication process with City staff. References: Three (minimum) client references for municipal park and recreation Departments (within the last 5 years) led by the proposed project manager. Please include the full name of the municipality, project manager, address, phone number, website, and email. Relevant Sample Work: No more than three work samples from previous projects of a similar nature. Please describe the scope of work performed for each project. Proposed Pricing (not included in page limit): Submit a completed Pricing Schedule using the Attachment E Proposal Pricing Form along with a billing rate schedule. The submitted Pricing Form shall include total Consultant hours per task, total Consultant fee per task, Subconsultant fees per task (if any). The submitted Pricing Form shall clearly identify the total value of services to be provided by DBE/EDGE/SBE firms.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment E Proposal Pricing Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Gahanna, OH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Gahanna?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Julie Predieri.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Gahanna 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 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 Julie Predieri. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Team Qualifications: Brief history of the Consultant, including areas of team expertise and technical capabilities. Qualified consultants must have an International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborist or Board Certified Master Arborist (BCMA) Credential as the project manager. Statemen. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Attachment E Proposal Pricing Form. Review the full document from City of Gahanna for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gahanna, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.