Town of Carbondale Consulting Services for Affordable Housing and Development Incentives Update RFP 2026
Town of CarbondaleCity · Carbondale, CO- Due
- May 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jared Barnes
- (970) 510-1208
The 30-second brief
The Town of Carbondale is soliciting proposals for professional planning services to implement affordable housing fast-track strategies, including land use code amendments and incentive programs. Proposals are due May 29, 2026.
Unified Development Code amendments, Development incentive and bonus program framework, Development review process improvement recommendations, Public engagement summary, Final report
Competence, public education and outreach plan, workload and availability, experience in similar communities, level of involvement, past performance, overall cost
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Summary
The Town of Carbondale is soliciting proposals for professional planning services to implement affordable housing fast-track strategies, including land use code amendments and incentive programs. Proposals are due May 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Competence
- Public education and outreach plan
- Workload and availability
- Experience in similar communities
- Level of involvement
- Past performance
- Overall cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Unified Development Code amendments
- Development incentive and bonus program framework
- Development review process improvement recommendations
- Public engagement summary
- Final report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A (Professional Services Agreement)
- Submit to
- Town Hall, 511 Colorado Avenue, Carbondale, Colorado 81623
- Scope location
- Carbondale, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Carbondale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 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: Town Hall, 511 Colorado Avenue, Carbondale, Colorado 81623. For questions, contact Jared Barnes.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Carbondale 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.
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 Jared Barnes at (970) 510-1208. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Unified Development Code amendments, Development incentive and bonus program framework, Development review process improvement recommendations, Public engagement summary, Final report. 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: "Competence, public education and outreach plan, workload and availability, experience in similar communities, level of involvement, past performance, overall cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Carbondale?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Carbondale are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Carbondale 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment A (Professional Services Agreement). Review the full document from Town of Carbondale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Carbondale, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.