City of Orange Cove General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report RFP
- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Encarnacion Patlan
The 30-second brief
The City of Orange Cove is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to update its General Plan and prepare an accompanying Environmental Impact Report (EIR). The project involves a comprehensive update of the existing General Plan, incorporating new topics, best planning practices, and legislative mandates. The scope includes project management, existing conditions analysis, public engagement, the General Plan update itself, and the EIR preparation, including all procedural steps and technical support reports. The RFP also outlines proposal requirements, selection criteria, insurance documentation, and submission details.
Refined Scope of Services and Project Schedule, Kick Off Meetings with City Staff, Monthly Coordination Meetings, Draft Existing Conditions Report, Final Existing Conditions Report, Public Engagement Program, Web-based Information Sharing Platform, Community Workshops, Community Survey, Public Engagement Report, Materials for Outreach Activities, Outline, Draft and Final General Plan Update, Public Review, Required noticing and filing, Including those required for AB 52 and SB 18 compliance, Scoping meeting materials, Draft and final project description, Draft and final EIRs, Response to comments, Prepare Mitigation Measures and Monitoring Program Report, Discussions with City Council and/or Planning Commission
Understanding of the work and services requested, Quality and responsiveness of the proposal to the stated requirements, Proposed fee schedule, Demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for satisfactory performance of the work and services, Experience in successfully performing similar work and services, Proposed approach for completing the work and services, References from similar agencies, Interviews (optional), Combination of factors in the best interest of the City
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Summary
The City of Orange Cove is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to update its General Plan and prepare an accompanying Environmental Impact Report (EIR).
The project involves a comprehensive update of the existing General Plan, incorporating new topics, best planning practices, and legislative mandates. The scope includes project management, existing conditions analysis, public engagement, the General Plan update itself, and the EIR preparation, including all procedural steps and technical support reports. The RFP also outlines proposal requirements, selection criteria, insurance documentation, and submission details.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding of the work and services requested, Quality and responsiveness of the proposal to the stated requirements, Proposed fee schedule, Demonstrated competence and professional qualifications necessary for satisfactory performance of the work and services, Experience in successfully performing similar work and services, Proposed approach for completing the work and services, References from similar agencies, Interviews (optional), Combination of factors in the best interest of the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
22- Refined Scope of Services and Project Schedule
- Kick Off Meetings with City Staff
- Monthly Coordination Meetings
- Draft Existing Conditions Report
- Final Existing Conditions Report
- Public Engagement Program
- Web-based Information Sharing Platform
- Community Workshops
- Community Survey
- Public Engagement Report
- Materials for Outreach Activities
- Outline
- Draft and Final General Plan Update
- Public Review
- Required noticing and filing
- Including those required for AB 52 and SB 18 compliance
- Scoping meeting materials
- Draft and final project description
- Draft and final EIRs
- Response to comments
- Prepare Mitigation Measures and Monitoring Program Report
- Discussions with City Council and/or Planning Commission
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificates and Insurance, Three sealed and date stamped copies of the RFP
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project manager
- Submit to
- Orange Cove, CA
- Scope location
- Orange Cove, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Orange Cove?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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: Orange Cove, CA. For questions, contact Encarnacion Patlan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Orange Cove 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 Encarnacion Patlan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Refined Scope of Services and Project Schedule, Kick Off Meetings with City Staff, Monthly Coordination Meetings, Draft Existing Conditions Report, Final Existing Conditions Report, Public Engagement Program, Web-based Information Sharing Platform, Community Workshops, Community Survey, Public Engag. 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: "Understanding of the work and services requested, Quality and responsiveness of the proposal to the stated requirements, Proposed fee schedule, Demonstrated competence and professional qualifications..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Orange Cove?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Orange Cove are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Orange Cove 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: Certificates and Insurance, Three sealed and date stamped copies of the RFP. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Orange Cove for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orange Cove, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.