Town of Amenia Planning Consultant Services - Local Law Accessory Dwelling Units 2026
Town of AmeniaCity · Amenia, NY- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Due today
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dawn Marie Klingner
- (845) 373-8118 ext 125
The 30-second brief
The Town of Amenia seeks a professional planning consulting firm or individual to assist the Town Attorney in creating a local law allowing for the establishment of accessory dwelling units (ADU) in the Town of Amenia, including a clear statement of intent and a full range of requirements related thereto including connecting the ADU requirements with existing use and dimensional requirements. The chosen consultant will review and identify amendments to the Zoning Code to remove ambiguities and inconsistencies regarding accessory apartments, coordinate current Town Code provisions covering workforce housing with new ADU provisions, and provide further assistance to the Town Attorney in finalizing a Local Law granting a tax exemption to properly established and permitted ADUs. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on October 29, 2026, submitted to the Office of the Town Clerk at 4988 NY-22, Amenia, NY 12501. The contract term is one year, funded by a grant.
Table of Contents, Summary, Proposer Description, Project Team Breakdown, Relevant Project Experience, General Project Experience, Fee Proposal Compensation
Experience of the proposer with New York State municipalities and local government Boards, Ability of the proposer to complete the work in a timely fashion and within an established budget, The ability of the proposer to work with the Town Board, Town Attorney, Town staff and other authorities having jurisdiction, Comprehensive nature and substance of the response, The overall cost and reasonableness of the hourly rate
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Summary
The Town of Amenia seeks a professional planning consulting firm or individual to assist the Town Attorney in creating a local law allowing for the establishment of accessory dwelling units (ADU) in the Town of Amenia, including a clear statement of intent and a full range of requirements related thereto including connecting the ADU requirements with existing use and dimensional requirements.
The chosen consultant will review and identify amendments to the Zoning Code to remove ambiguities and inconsistencies regarding accessory apartments, coordinate current Town Code provisions covering workforce housing with new ADU provisions, and provide further assistance to the Town Attorney in finalizing a Local Law granting a tax exemption to properly established and permitted ADUs. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on October 29, 2026, submitted to the Office of the Town Clerk at 4988 NY-22, Amenia, NY 12501. The contract term is one year, funded by a grant.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience of the proposer with New York State municipalities and local government Boards, Ability of the proposer to complete the work in a timely fashion and within an established budget, The ability of the proposer to work with the Town Board, Town Attorney, Town staff and other authorities having jurisdiction, Comprehensive nature and substance of the response, The overall cost and reasonableness of the hourly rate
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Table of Contents
- Summary
- Proposer Description
- Project Team Breakdown
- Relevant Project Experience
- General Project Experience
- Fee Proposal Compensation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Table of Contents
- Summary
- Proposer Description
- Project Team Breakdown
- Relevant Project Experience
- General Project Experience
- Fee Proposal Compensation
- Submit to
- Office of the Town Clerk, Town of Amenia, 4988 NY-22, Amenia, NY 12501
- Scope location
- Amenia, NY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Amenia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Office of the Town Clerk, Town of Amenia, 4988 NY-22, Amenia, NY 12501. For questions, contact Dawn Marie Klingner.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Amenia in NY, 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 Dawn Marie Klingner at (845) 373-8118 ext 125. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Table of Contents, Summary, Proposer Description, Project Team Breakdown, Relevant Project Experience, General Project Experience, Fee Proposal Compensation. 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 of the proposer with New York State municipalities and local government Boards, Ability of the proposer to complete the work in a timely fashion and within an established budget, The abilit..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 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: Table of Contents, Summary, Proposer Description, Project Team Breakdown, Relevant Project Experience, General Project Experience, Fee Proposal Compensation. Review the full document from Town of Amenia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Amenia, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.