Mobile County Commission - Africatown Neighborhood Plan Update and Implementation Master Plan - RFP (2026)
Mobile CountyCounty · Mobile, AL- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gordon Bauer
The 30-second brief
The Mobile County Commission invites proposals from qualified firms and individuals for professional planning, community engagement, economic development, implementation strategy, marketing, and design consulting services to update the 2016 Africatown Neighborhood Plan into an implementation-oriented master plan. The scope includes reviewing the 2016 plan, conducting a comprehensive community engagement strategy with at least three public meetings, assessing existing facilities, infrastructure, mobility, public realm conditions, and open spaces, analyzing perception data, identifying development barriers, evaluating funding and financing mechanisms, and developing an implementation matrix. Submissions are due by 5:00 p.m. CST on October 26, 2026. A mandatory pre-submittal conference is scheduled for October 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria include previous performance/experience, project manager, key staff and sub-consultants, available resources and location, technical approach and methodology, and fee proposal.
Previous Performance/Experience - 0-25 Points, Project Manager - 0-15 Points, Key Staff and Sub-consultants - 0-10 Points, Available Resources and Location - 0-10 Points, Technical Approach and Methodology - 0-30 Points, Fee Proposal - 0-10 Points
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Summary
The Mobile County Commission invites proposals from qualified firms and individuals for professional planning, community engagement, economic development, implementation strategy, marketing, and design consulting services to update the 2016 Africatown Neighborhood Plan into an implementation-oriented master plan.
The scope includes reviewing the 2016 plan, conducting a comprehensive community engagement strategy with at least three public meetings, assessing existing facilities, infrastructure, mobility, public realm conditions, and open spaces, analyzing perception data, identifying development barriers, evaluating funding and financing mechanisms, and developing an implementation matrix. Submissions are due by 5:00 p.m. CST on October 26, 2026. A mandatory pre-submittal conference is scheduled for October 21, 2026. Evaluation criteria include previous performance/experience, project manager, key staff and sub-consultants, available resources and location, technical approach and methodology, and fee proposal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Previous Performance/Experience - 0-25 Points
- Project Manager - 0-15 Points
- Key Staff and Sub-consultants - 0-10 Points
- Available Resources and Location - 0-10 Points
- Technical Approach and Methodology - 0-30 Points
- Fee Proposal - 0-10 Points
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Mobile, AL
- Reported agency
- Mobile County Commission
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mobile County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Gordon Bauer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mobile County in AL, 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 Gordon Bauer. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Previous Performance/Experience - 0-25 Points, Project Manager - 0-15 Points, Key Staff and Sub-consultants - 0-10 Points, Available Resources and Location - 0-10 Points, Technical Approach and Method..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mobile County?
All active and historical solicitations from Mobile County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Mobile County 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 Mobile 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: Mobile, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
