Town of Bennett - South of I-70 Sub-Area Plan Development - RFP 2024
Town of BennettCity · Bennett, CO- Due
- Nov 21, 2024
- Deadline passed
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Town of Bennett is seeking proposals from qualified long-range planning firms to develop a comprehensive Sub-Area Plan south of I-70, focusing on the area south of current town boundaries at Exit 304 (Annexation Priority Area 3). The plan will address annexation potentials, zoning and land use, economic development, transportation, utilities, open space, affordable housing, and urban design over the next 10-20 years. Services include existing conditions analysis, a robust community engagement strategy with workshops and public meetings, visioning and goal setting, land use and zoning recommendations, and an actionable implementation plan. The project is funded through a grant from DOLA with a budget not to exceed $50,000. Proposals are due by November 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
Existing Conditions Report, Community Engagement Summary Report, Vision and Goals Document, Draft Sub-Area Plan, Final Sub-Area Plan, Implementation Strategy, All associated maps, Illustrations, And supporting documents
Qualifications and experience of the firm and project team, Understanding of the project and proposed approach, Quality and relevance of previous work, Community engagement strategy, Proposed timeline and budget, References and past performance
SUMMARY
The Town of Bennett is seeking proposals from qualified long-range planning firms to develop a comprehensive Sub-Area Plan south of I-70, focusing on the area south of current town boundaries at Exit 304 (Annexation Priority Area 3).
The plan will address annexation potentials, zoning and land use, economic development, transportation, utilities, open space, affordable housing, and urban design over the next 10-20 years. Services include existing conditions analysis, a robust community engagement strategy with workshops and public meetings, visioning and goal setting, land use and zoning recommendations, and an actionable implementation plan. The project is funded through a grant from DOLA with a budget not to exceed $50,000. Proposals are due by November 21, 2024, at 4:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Qualifications and experience of the firm and project team
- Understanding of the project and proposed approach
- Quality and relevance of previous work
- Community engagement strategy
- Proposed timeline and budget
- References and past performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Existing Conditions Report
- Community Engagement Summary Report
- Vision and Goals Document
- Draft Sub-Area Plan
- Final Sub-Area Plan
- Implementation Strategy
- All associated maps
- Illustrations
- Supporting documents
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
A cover letter summarizing the firm's interest and qualifications, A detailed proposal outlining the firm's approach to the scope of services, Resumes of key personnel, Examples of previous sub-area plans or similar projects, A proposed timeline and budget, References from previous clients
- Scope location
- Bennett, Colorado
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Bennett?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 21, 2024. 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 Town of Bennett in CO, 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: Existing Conditions Report, Community Engagement Summary Report, Vision and Goals Document, Draft Sub-Area Plan, Final Sub-Area Plan, Implementation Strategy, All associated maps, Illustrations, And supporting documents. 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: "Qualifications and experience of the firm and project team, Understanding of the project and proposed approach, Quality and relevance of previous work, Community engagement strategy, Proposed timeline..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Bennett?
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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: A cover letter summarizing the firm's interest and qualifications, A detailed proposal outlining the firm's approach to the scope of services, Resumes of key personnel, Examples of previous sub-area p. Review the full document from Town of Bennett for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bennett, Colorado. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.