City of Wilmington Downtown Master Planning Market Feasibility & Economic Analysis Services RFQ No. S5-0726 2026
City of WilmingtonCity · Wilmington, NC- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ariental Fullwood
- (910) 341-7830
The 30-second brief
The City of Wilmington is seeking qualified firms for market feasibility and economic analysis services to support downtown master planning efforts. Submissions are due by July 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Work plan and timeline, Baseline market memo, Mobility/parking snapshot, Data Book, Priority Sites Matrix, Activation thresholds, Parking Study & Model, Amenity & Incentive Toolkit, Capital & O&M Costing Framework, Fiscal & Economic Impact Model, ROI & Payback Analysis, Implementation Roadmap
Qualifications & Experience (30), Similar Services & Projects (25), Quality of Submittal (15), Capacity and Availability (15), Exceptional Strength (10), MBE/WBE/HUB/DBE Commitment (5)
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Summary
The City of Wilmington is seeking qualified firms for market feasibility and economic analysis services to support downtown master planning efforts. Submissions are due by July 13, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Work plan and timeline
- Baseline market memo
- Mobility/parking snapshot
- Data Book
- Priority Sites Matrix
- Activation thresholds
- Parking Study & Model
- Amenity & Incentive Toolkit
- Capital & O&M Costing Framework
- Fiscal & Economic Impact Model
- ROI & Payback Analysis
- Implementation Roadmap
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Responder’s Certification
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Interest
- Supplemental Materials
- Submit to
- City of Wilmington Purchasing Division, 929 N. Front Street | 10th Floor, Wilmington, NC 28402
- Scope location
- Wilmington, NC
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Wilmington?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 13, 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: City of Wilmington Purchasing Division, 929 N. Front Street | 10th Floor, Wilmington, NC 28402. For questions, contact Ariental Fullwood.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Wilmington in NC, 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 Ariental Fullwood at (910) 341-7830. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Work plan and timeline, Baseline market memo, Mobility/parking snapshot, Data Book, Priority Sites Matrix, Activation thresholds, Parking Study & Model, Amenity & Incentive Toolkit, Capital & O&M Costing Framework, Fiscal & Economic Impact Model, ROI & Payback Analysis, Implementation Roadmap. 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: "Qualifications & Experience (30), Similar Services & Projects (25), Quality of Submittal (15), Capacity and Availability (15), Exceptional Strength (10), MBE/WBE/HUB/DBE Commitment (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Wilmington?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Wilmington are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Wilmington 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 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: Responder’s Certification, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Cover Letter, Statement of Interest, Supplemental Materials. Review the full document from City of Wilmington for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Wilmington, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.