Grand County Land Use Code Rewrite RFP 2026
- Due
- Mar 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 27, 2026
The 30-second brief
Grand County is seeking proposals from qualified planning and land use consulting firms to comprehensively rewrite its Land Use Code. The goal is to create a modern, clear, internally consistent, and legally defensible code that implements the General Plan, supports predictable development outcomes, and is tailored to the county's unique context. The project includes a two-phase approach: Phase 1 for code audit, framework, and policy direction, and Phase 2 for drafting and adoption support.
Code Audit and Framework Memorandum, Annotated Table of Contents for the rewritten Code, Summary presentation materials, Updated Land Use and Development Management Code
Experience with land use code rewrites, Understanding of Utah land use law and the Grand County context, Proposed two-phase approach and schedule, Qualifications of the project team, Quality of maps, graphics, and code visualization approach, Cost proposal structure
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Summary
Grand County is seeking proposals from qualified planning and land use consulting firms to comprehensively rewrite its Land Use Code.
The goal is to create a modern, clear, internally consistent, and legally defensible code that implements the General Plan, supports predictable development outcomes, and is tailored to the county's unique context. The project includes a two-phase approach: Phase 1 for code audit, framework, and policy direction, and Phase 2 for drafting and adoption support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience with land use code rewrites, Understanding of Utah land use law and the Grand County context, Proposed two-phase approach and schedule, Qualifications of the project team, Quality of maps, graphics, and code visualization approach, Cost proposal structure
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Code Audit and Framework Memorandum
- Annotated Table of Contents for the rewritten Code
- Summary presentation materials
- Updated Land Use and Development Management Code
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Cover Letter
- Firm Qualifications and Relevant Experience
- Project Team and Roles
- Proposed Approach and Methodology
- Public Engagement Strategy
- Project Schedule
- Cost Proposal and Fee Breakdown
- References
- Scope location
- Grand County, Utah
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Grand County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 20, 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.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Grand County in UT, 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: Code Audit and Framework Memorandum, Annotated Table of Contents for the rewritten Code, Summary presentation materials, Updated Land Use and Development Management Code. 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: "Experience with land use code rewrites, Understanding of Utah land use law and the Grand County context, Proposed two-phase approach and schedule, Qualifications of the project team, Quality of maps,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grand County?
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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: Cover Letter, Firm Qualifications and Relevant Experience, Project Team and Roles, Proposed Approach and Methodology, Public Engagement Strategy, Project Schedule, Cost Proposal and Fee Breakdown, Ref. Review the full document from Grand 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: Grand County, Utah. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.