City of Lake Forest RFI 2025-RFQ-Pre Qual.-143 Maryvine Street Park Concepts
City of Lake ForestCity · Lake Forest, CA- Due
- Jan 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 30, 2025
- Primary contact
- Amy Stonich
- (949) 461-3479
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Lake Forest is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to seek input from qualified planning, landscape architecture, and related consulting firms for potential park and public-realm improvements along Maryvine Street. This project is part of Project Area 3 of the Southwest Lake Forest Neighborhood Improvement Initiative. The RFI aims to gather conceptual design ideas, planning-level cost ranges to support future budget discussions, and public outreach strategies for future implementation. Submissions are due by January 13, 2026, at 100 Civic Center Dr., Lake Forest, CA. A Notice of Interest is requested by January 9, 2026. This process is for information-gathering purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment by the City.
Conceptual design ideas, Planning-level cost ranges, Public outreach strategies
SUMMARY
The City of Lake Forest is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to seek input from qualified planning, landscape architecture, and related consulting firms for potential park and public-realm improvements along Maryvine Street.
This project is part of Project Area 3 of the Southwest Lake Forest Neighborhood Improvement Initiative. The RFI aims to gather conceptual design ideas, planning-level cost ranges to support future budget discussions, and public outreach strategies for future implementation. Submissions are due by January 13, 2026, at 100 Civic Center Dr., Lake Forest, CA. A Notice of Interest is requested by January 9, 2026. This process is for information-gathering purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or commitment by the City.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Conceptual design ideas
- Planning-level cost ranges
- Public outreach strategies
- Submit to
- 100 Civic Center Dr., Lake Forest, CA, 92630
- Scope location
- Lake Forest, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFI from City of Lake Forest?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 100 Civic Center Dr., Lake Forest, CA, 92630. For questions, contact Amy Stonich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including City of Lake Forest in CA, 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 RFI 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 Amy Stonich at (949) 461-3479. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Conceptual design ideas, Planning-level cost ranges, Public outreach strategies. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lake Forest?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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. Review the full document from City of Lake Forest for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lake Forest, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.