Effingham County Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Review and Revision Services - 26-REQ-129 (2026)
Effingham CountyCounty · Effingham County, GA- Due
- Oct 28, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Primary contact
- Pamela Melser
- (912) 754-8050 ext 4509
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Effingham County seeks proposals from qualified planning and land use consulting firms to provide professional services for a comprehensive review and update of the County's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Zoning Ordinance. The scope involves reviewing existing provisions, identifying needed revisions, drafting amendments, reorganizing ordinance sections, and assisting through review and adoption. Key project areas include residential zoning districts, subdivision regulations, site design and development standards, driveway standards, lighting, parking, accessory buildings, signage, short-term vacation rentals (STVRs), assembly permits, solar farms, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and administrative standards. Required deliverables include redline tracked-changes drafts, clean adoption-ready drafts of amended sections, and summary explanatory memoranda. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, with questions due by October 19, 2026. Evaluation criteria are based on project approach (45%), proposed schedule (25%), team qualifications and experience (15%), and lump-sum fee (15%).
Redline/tracked-changes drafts of all amended and new ordinance sections, A clean, Adoption-ready draft of the full amended ordinance and/or affected sections, A summary memorandum explaining the rationale and practical effect of each substantive change, Organized by section
Project Approach (45%), Proposed Schedule (25%), Team qualifications and relevant experience (15%), Lump-sum Fee (15%)
SUMMARY
Effingham County seeks proposals from qualified planning and land use consulting firms to provide professional services for a comprehensive review and update of the County's Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Zoning Ordinance.
The scope involves reviewing existing provisions, identifying needed revisions, drafting amendments, reorganizing ordinance sections, and assisting through review and adoption. Key project areas include residential zoning districts, subdivision regulations, site design and development standards, driveway standards, lighting, parking, accessory buildings, signage, short-term vacation rentals (STVRs), assembly permits, solar farms, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and administrative standards. Required deliverables include redline tracked-changes drafts, clean adoption-ready drafts of amended sections, and summary explanatory memoranda. Proposals are due by October 28, 2026, with questions due by October 19, 2026. Evaluation criteria are based on project approach (45%), proposed schedule (25%), team qualifications and experience (15%), and lump-sum fee (15%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Redline/tracked-changes drafts of all amended and new ordinance sections, A clean, Adoption-ready draft of the full amended ordinance and/or affected sections, A summary memorandum explaining the rationale and practical effect of each substantive change, Organized by section
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Disclosure of Responsibility Statement
- Contractor Affidavit and Agreement
- W-9
- Subcontractor Affidavit (everify)
- List of Sub-Consultants
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/effinghamcounty
- Scope location
- Springfield, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Effingham County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 28, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/effinghamcounty. For questions, contact Pamela Melser.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Effingham County in GA, 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 Pamela Melser at (912) 754-8050 ext 4509. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Redline/tracked-changes drafts of all amended and new ordinance sections, A clean, Adoption-ready draft of the full amended ordinance and/or affected sections, A summary memorandum explaining the rationale and practical effect of each substantive change, Organized by section. 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: "Project Approach (45%), Proposed Schedule (25%), Team qualifications and relevant experience (15%), Lump-sum Fee (15%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Effingham County?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 28, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Disclosure of Responsibility Statement, Contractor Affidavit and Agreement, W-9, Subcontractor Affidavit (everify), List of Sub-Consultants. Review the full document from Effingham County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.