City of Newark On-Call Professional Planning and Housing Services RFQ 2026
City of NewarkCity · Newark, CA- Due
- May 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Arturo Interiano
- (510) 578-4331
The 30-second brief
The City of Newark Community Development Department seeks qualified firms or individuals to provide professional planning staffing services for development applications, long-range planning initiatives, housing, and transportation planning services on an on-call basis. The scope includes processing development applications for residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects, design review, California Environmental Quality Act compliance, and implementation of 6th cycle Housing Element programs. Services are requested for a minimum term of two years, with statements of qualifications due by May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Interested consultants must submit electronic PDF files via email to Arturo Interiano, Deputy Community Development Director.
Consultant's understanding of the City's desires and general approach, Consultant's experience with contracts of similar scope, Qualifications of assigned staff, Demonstrated ability to perform high quality work and control costs, Satisfaction of previous clients, Ability to work effectively with City staff
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Summary
The City of Newark Community Development Department seeks qualified firms or individuals to provide professional planning staffing services for development applications, long-range planning initiatives, housing, and transportation planning services on an on-call basis.
The scope includes processing development applications for residential, commercial, industrial, and mixed-use projects, design review, California Environmental Quality Act compliance, and implementation of 6th cycle Housing Element programs. Services are requested for a minimum term of two years, with statements of qualifications due by May 21, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Interested consultants must submit electronic PDF files via email to Arturo Interiano, Deputy Community Development Director.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Consultant's understanding of the City's desires and general approach
- Consultant's experience with contracts of similar scope
- Qualifications of assigned staff
- Demonstrated ability to perform high quality work and control costs
- Satisfaction of previous clients
- Ability to work effectively with City staff
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- Staffing and Team Experience
- Experience providing similar services
- Resumes
- References
- Rate Schedule
- City's Standard Contractual Services Agreement
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Newark, CA
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Newark?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Arturo Interiano.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Newark 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 RFQ 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 Arturo Interiano at (510) 578-4331. 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: "Consultant's understanding of the City's desires and general approach, Consultant's experience with contracts of similar scope, Qualifications of assigned staff, Demonstrated ability to perform high q..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Newark?
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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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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, Staffing and Team Experience, Experience providing similar services, Resumes, References, Rate Schedule, City's Standard Contractual Services Agreement. Review the full document from City of Newark for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newark, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.