City of Santa Cruz Downtown Expansion Plan Development Impact Fee and Nexus Study RFP No. PW-0290
City of Santa CruzCity · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Claire Gallogly
- (831) 420-5107
The 30-second brief
The City of Santa Cruz is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to prepare a Nexus Study for development impact fees under RFP No. PW-0290. The study must comply with the Mitigation Fee Act (AB 1600, California Government Code Sections 66000 – 66025) for the Downtown Plan Expansion area. The selected consultant will review, validate, and update existing buildout assumptions and infrastructure cost estimates to demonstrate the nexus between new developments and impacts on city infrastructure, justifying appropriate rates for new impact fees. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026, at 809 Center St, Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA. A notice of interest is due by April 17, 2026.
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to prepare a Nexus Study for development impact fees under RFP No.
PW-0290. The study must comply with the Mitigation Fee Act (AB 1600, California Government Code Sections 66000 – 66025) for the Downtown Plan Expansion area. The selected consultant will review, validate, and update existing buildout assumptions and infrastructure cost estimates to demonstrate the nexus between new developments and impacts on city infrastructure, justifying appropriate rates for new impact fees. Proposals are due by April 23, 2026, at 809 Center St, Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA. A notice of interest is due by April 17, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Nexus Study, Development Impact Fee documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
buildout assumptions, infrastructure cost estimates
- Submit to
- 809 Center St, Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Cruz?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 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: 809 Center St, Room 201, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact Claire Gallogly.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Cruz 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 Claire Gallogly at (831) 420-5107. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Nexus Study, Development Impact Fee documentation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Cruz?
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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: buildout assumptions, infrastructure cost estimates. Review the full document from City of Santa Cruz for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.