REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Downtown Masterplan
City of KinstonCity · Kinston, NC- Due
- Jan 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 5, 2025
- Primary contact
- Elizabeth Blount
- 252-939-3269
The 30-second brief
The City of Kinston is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a comprehensive Downtown Master Plan. The plan will provide strategic direction, actionable steps, and a clear implementation framework for the redevelopment, revitalization, and repurposing of the downtown area.
Comprehensive Downtown Master Plan document (digital and print-ready formats), Executive summary and presentation materials for the City Council and other stakeholder meetings, Public engagement summary report, GIS maps, renderings, and visual concepts illustrating key recommendations.
Demonstrated understanding of project goals and community needs, Experience with downtown planning, urban design, and economic revitalization, Quality of proposed approach, methodology, and deliverables, Qualifications and experience of project personnel, Proven success in stakeholder engagement and implementation planning, Cost competitiveness and overall value.
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Summary
The City of Kinston is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a comprehensive Downtown Master Plan. The plan will provide strategic direction, actionable steps, and a clear implementation framework for the redevelopment, revitalization, and repurposing of the downtown area.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Demonstrated understanding of project goals and community needs
- Experience with downtown planning
- Urban design
- Economic revitalization
- Quality of proposed approach
- Methodology
- Deliverables
- Qualifications and experience of project personnel
- Proven success in stakeholder engagement and implementation planning
- Cost competitiveness and overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Comprehensive Downtown Master Plan document (digital and print-ready formats), Executive summary and presentation materials for the City Council and other stakeholder meetings, Public engagement summary report, GIS maps, renderings, and visual concepts illustrating key recommendations.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- Project Understanding and Approach
- Proposed Scope and Work Plan
- Project Team and Qualifications
- Schedule
- Cost Proposal
- References
- Submit to
- 207 East King Street, P.O. Box 339, Kinston, North Carolina 28502
- Scope location
- Kinston, North Carolina
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kinston?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 26, 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: 207 East King Street, P.O. Box 339, Kinston, North Carolina 28502. For questions, contact Elizabeth Blount.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kinston in NC, 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 Elizabeth Blount at 252-939-3269. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Comprehensive Downtown Master Plan document (digital and print-ready formats), Executive summary and presentation materials for the City Council and other stakeholder meetings, Public engagement summary report, GIS maps, renderings, and visual concepts illustrating key recommendations.. 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: "Demonstrated understanding of project goals and community needs, Experience with downtown planning, urban design, and economic revitalization, Quality of proposed approach, methodology, and deliverabl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kinston?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kinston are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kinston 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: Cover Letter, Project Understanding and Approach, Proposed Scope and Work Plan, Project Team and Qualifications, Schedule, Cost Proposal, References. Review the full document from City of Kinston for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kinston, North Carolina. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.