Town of Bowdoinham Development of an Open Space Plan RFP 2026
Town of BowdoinhamCity · Bowdoinham, ME- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 13, 2026
- Primary contact
- Yvette Meunier
- (207) 666-5531
The 30-second brief
The Town of Bowdoinham is seeking a consultant to draft its first Open Space Plan to complement the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. Services include GIS mapping, community outreach, and land use ordinance revisions. Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
Signed contract, CRP quarterly reports, Online open space maps, List of conservation areas, Surveys, Project website, Meeting minutes, Draft open space plan, Final open space plan, List of ordinance revisions, Draft ordinance amendment language
Approach to conducting tasks (40 points), Qualifications and experience (40 points), Appropriateness of compensation rates (20 points)
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Summary
The Town of Bowdoinham is seeking a consultant to draft its first Open Space Plan to complement the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. Services include GIS mapping, community outreach, and land use ordinance revisions. Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Signed contract
- CRP quarterly reports
- Online open space maps
- List of conservation areas
- Surveys
- Project website
- Meeting minutes
- Draft open space plan
- Final open space plan
- List of ordinance revisions
- Draft ordinance amendment language
REQUIRED STAFFING
Project Manager
- Submit to
- 13 School Street, Bowdoinham, Maine 04008
- Scope location
- Bowdoinham, ME
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Bowdoinham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 13 School Street, Bowdoinham, Maine 04008. For questions, contact Yvette Meunier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Bowdoinham in ME, 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 Yvette Meunier at (207) 666-5531. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Project Manager. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed contract, CRP quarterly reports, Online open space maps, List of conservation areas, Surveys, Project website, Meeting minutes, Draft open space plan, Final open space plan, List of ordinance revisions, Draft ordinance amendment language. 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: "Approach to conducting tasks (40 points), Qualifications and experience (40 points), Appropriateness of compensation rates (20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Bowdoinham?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Bowdoinham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Bowdoinham 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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Town of Bowdoinham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bowdoinham, ME. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.