City of Marshfield Professional Planning Services for 2027 Comprehensive Plan Update RFP
City of MarshfieldCity · Marshfield, WI- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- James Lieven
- (715) 486-2074
The 30-second brief
The City of Marshfield seeks proposals from qualified professional planning firms to prepare a complete update to its Comprehensive Plan, as required under Wisconsin Statute § 66.1001. The selected consultant will provide the full range of professional planning services including existing conditions and housing analysis, public participation planning and community engagement, drafting of all nine statutorily required elements, an updated Future Land Use Map, an implementation strategy with toolkits for the public, staff, and elected officials, graphics and presentation, and support through Plan Commission and Common Council adoption. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST. The Common Council has allocated $50,000 through Budget Resolution 14-2026 to fund the initial phase.
A Future Land Use Map with geographic sub-area designations, A housing report and housing strategy including a geographic housing typology map, Workforce housing benchmarks, And housing supply and demand finding, A future residential land use table in 5-year increments over a 20-year period specifying minimum and maximum net density in units per acre, A TID Alignment Chapter mapping all 10 active TIDs against the Future Land Use Map, An implementation matrix assigning a named lead department, Priority level, And timeframe to each action item, A plan maintenance program including an annual reporting template, A five-year review process, Defined amendment criteria, And a tracking form, A public participation plan, Engagement materials, And a summary report for each engagement round, Public, Staff, And elected and appointed officials toolkits, A two-part final plan consisting of a detailed technical document and a graphic-rich executive summary, GIS shapefiles for all plan maps in an ESRI-compatible format, A Day 1 Work Program identifying department-level implementation assignments for the two years following adoption, A web-ready plan format, A written approach to landowner partnerships, Market or commercial assessment summary, Direct policy treatment of data centers, Green energy development, And homelessness, And a fire and emergency access strategy
Community Engagement Strategy (25 points), Key Personnel Experience (20 points), Scope of Work / Technical Approach (20 points), Cost Effectiveness (20 points), Project Schedule (10 points), Quality of Submittal (5 points)
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Summary
The City of Marshfield seeks proposals from qualified professional planning firms to prepare a complete update to its Comprehensive Plan, as required under Wisconsin Statute § 66.1001.
The selected consultant will provide the full range of professional planning services including existing conditions and housing analysis, public participation planning and community engagement, drafting of all nine statutorily required elements, an updated Future Land Use Map, an implementation strategy with toolkits for the public, staff, and elected officials, graphics and presentation, and support through Plan Commission and Common Council adoption. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST. The Common Council has allocated $50,000 through Budget Resolution 14-2026 to fund the initial phase.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
A Future Land Use Map with geographic sub-area designations, A housing report and housing strategy including a geographic housing typology map, Workforce housing benchmarks, And housing supply and demand finding, A future residential land use table in 5-year increments over a 20-year period specifying minimum and maximum net density in units per acre, A TID Alignment Chapter mapping all 10 active TIDs against the Future Land Use Map, An implementation matrix assigning a named lead department, Priority level, And timeframe to each action item, A plan maintenance program including an annual reporting template, A five-year review process, Defined amendment criteria, And a tracking form, A public participation plan, Engagement materials, And a summary report for each engagement round, Public, Staff, And elected and appointed officials toolkits, A two-part final plan consisting of a detailed technical document and a graphic-rich executive summary, GIS shapefiles for all plan maps in an ESRI-compatible format, A Day 1 Work Program identifying department-level implementation assignments for the two years following adoption, A web-ready plan format, A written approach to landowner partnerships, Market or commercial assessment summary, Direct policy treatment of data centers, Green energy development, And homelessness, And a fire and emergency access strategy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Marshfield, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Marshfield?
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 James Lieven.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Marshfield in WI, 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 James Lieven at (715) 486-2074. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: A Future Land Use Map with geographic sub-area designations, A housing report and housing strategy including a geographic housing typology map, Workforce housing benchmarks, And housing supply and demand finding, A future residential land use table in 5-year increments over a 20-year period specifyi. 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: "Community Engagement Strategy (25 points), Key Personnel Experience (20 points), Scope of Work / Technical Approach (20 points), Cost Effectiveness (20 points), Project Schedule (10 points), Quality o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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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: Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Marshfield for the complete list.
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This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Marshfield, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.