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District of Maple Ridge Consulting Parkland Acquisition Strategy - 26-019 (2026)

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Due
Mar 31, 2026
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Posted
Mar 9, 2026

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What they're buying

The District of Maple Ridge requests proposals for consulting services to develop a Parkland Acquisition Strategy and 25-year plan for the municipal parks system. The assignment involves research, GIS analysis, technical report writing, and financial planning. Deliverables include developing a method to assess areas suitable for future parks, identifying target properties, valuing, categorizing, and prioritizing properties into an acquisition schedule, and detailing a sustainable funding strategy with traditional and innovative approaches. Consultants must be familiar with municipal legal tools in British Columbia. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026.

What you must deliver

Developing a method to assess which areas are suitable for future parks; Employing this method to identifying target properties for acquisition; Valuing, Categorizing, And prioritizing properties into a schedule broken down by year of targeted acquisition; Detailing a sustainable funding strategy to achieve these acquisitions, With recommendations that include both traditional and innovative approaches.

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Summary

The District of Maple Ridge requests proposals for consulting services to develop a Parkland Acquisition Strategy and 25-year plan for the municipal parks system.

The assignment involves research, GIS analysis, technical report writing, and financial planning. Deliverables include developing a method to assess areas suitable for future parks, identifying target properties, valuing, categorizing, and prioritizing properties into an acquisition schedule, and detailing a sustainable funding strategy with traditional and innovative approaches. Consultants must be familiar with municipal legal tools in British Columbia. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026.

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

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  • Developing a method to assess which areas are suitable for future parks
  • Employing this method to identifying target properties for acquisition
  • Valuing, Categorizing, And prioritizing properties into a schedule broken down by year of targeted acquisition
  • Detailing a sustainable funding strategy to achieve these acquisitions, With recommendations that include both traditional and innovative approaches
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https://mapleridge.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tenders/en/Tender/Detail/88f7f4de-ccff-4edf-9e62-1d21fcb3dcce
Scope location
Maple Ridge, BC

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from District of Maple Ridge?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mapleridge.bidsandtenders.ca/Module/Tenders/en/Tender/Detail/88f7f4de-ccff-4edf-9e62-1d21fcb3dcce.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including District of Maple Ridge in BC, 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.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Developing a method to assess which areas are suitable for future parks; Employing this method to identifying target properties for acquisition; Valuing, Categorizing, And prioritizing properties into a schedule broken down by year of targeted acquisition; Detailing a sustainable funding strategy to. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

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Where can I find more RFPs from District of Maple Ridge?

All active and historical solicitations from District of Maple Ridge are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, District of Maple Ridge 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 District of Maple Ridge for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maple Ridge, BC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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