City of Lodi - 2050 General Plan Update and 2 Master Plans - RFP 2026
City of LodiCity · Lodi, CA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 19 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- David Hanham
- (209) 333-6711
The 30-second brief
The City of Lodi is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide professional services for a comprehensive update to the City of Lodi General Plan, prepare two distinct Master Plans for Sphere of Influence (SOI) areas including the South Study Area (~500 acres) and East Side Industrial-Business Park Area (~800 acres), and conduct strategic growth planning. The scope of work involves updating outdated General Plan elements to ensure consistency with State law (such as SB 743 VMT reduction, housing, transportation, infrastructure), performing CEQA environmental review and tiered analysis, formulating Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) and financing strategies, and executing extensive public engagement. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with a virtual Q&A session scheduled for November 12, 2026.
Professional competence and proven record in General Plans/Master Plans, demonstration of innovation and best practices, public participation and stakeholder engagement, qualifications and experience of personnel, adequacy and availability of staffing, quality and completeness of understanding of objectives, familiarity with local planning issues, review of references, interviews of finalists
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Summary
The City of Lodi is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide professional services for a comprehensive update to the City of Lodi General Plan, prepare two distinct Master Plans for Sphere of Influence (SOI) areas including the South Study Area (~500 acres) and East Side Industrial-Business Park Area (~800 acres), and conduct strategic growth planning.
The scope of work involves updating outdated General Plan elements to ensure consistency with State law (such as SB 743 VMT reduction, housing, transportation, infrastructure), performing CEQA environmental review and tiered analysis, formulating Community Facilities Districts (CFDs) and financing strategies, and executing extensive public engagement. Proposals are due by November 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with a virtual Q&A session scheduled for November 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Professional competence and proven record in General Plans/Master Plans
- Demonstration of innovation and best practices
- Public participation and stakeholder engagement
- Qualifications and experience of personnel
- Adequacy and availability of staffing
- Quality and completeness of understanding of objectives
- Familiarity with local planning issues
- Review of references
- Interviews of finalists
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certification of full compliance with insurance requirements, Lodi General Plan Update Cost Proposal in a separate sealed envelope
- Submit to
- Lodi City Hall, Community Development Department, Attn: David Hanham, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95241 (6 hard copies & 1 thumb drive)
- Scope location
- Lodi, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lodi?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lodi City Hall, Community Development Department, Attn: David Hanham, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95241 (6 hard copies & 1 thumb drive). For questions, contact David Hanham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lodi 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 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 David Hanham at (209) 333-6711. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Professional competence and proven record in General Plans/Master Plans, demonstration of innovation and best practices, public participation and stakeholder engagement, qualifications and experience..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lodi?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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: Certification of full compliance with insurance requirements, Lodi General Plan Update Cost Proposal in a separate sealed envelope. Review the full document from City of Lodi for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lodi, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.