City of Springfield RFP 27-027 for Urban Woodland Management Plans 2026
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- Primary Contact
- Neil Walker · (413) 787-6284
- Scope Location
- Springfield, MA
- Submission Address
- 36 Court Street, Room 307, Springfield, MA 01103
SUMMARY
The City of Springfield Office of Procurement is seeking proposals under RFP 27-027 for the development of Urban Woodland Management Plans. The project involves providing professional forestry and natural resource planning services to prepare management plans for three specific city parks, with an estimated cost not to exceed $200,000.00. The City supports a goal of twenty percent minority and women participation in all contracts. Proposals must be submitted by September 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Written questions regarding the solicitation are due no later than August 31, 2026, at 4:30 P.M. to Neil Walker, Deputy Procurement Officer.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Twenty percent minority and women participation goal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Urban Woodland Management Plans for three city parks
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Springfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 36 Court Street, Room 307, Springfield, MA 01103. For questions, contact Neil Walker.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Twenty percent minority and women participation goal" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Springfield?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Springfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Springfield 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. Review the full document from City of Springfield for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Springfield in MA, 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 Neil Walker at (413) 787-6284. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Urban Woodland Management Plans for three city parks. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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