Town of Carbondale - Consulting Services for Affordable Housing Fast Track Code 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 from qualified consulting firms to provide professional planning services to support the implementation of affordable housing fast-track strategies, including land use code amendments, permitting process improvements, and incentive programs. Funded through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Local Planning Capacity (LPC) grant program, this project aims to reduce barriers to affordable housing development and align regulatory tools, review procedures, and incentives with the Town's adopted housing goals. The scope includes a code audit, a bilingual public engagement plan, process improvements and code amendments, public review and adoption support, and final deliverables. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
Draft and final Unified Development Code amendments, Development incentive and bonus program framework, Development review process improvement recommendations, Public engagement summary, Final report documenting recommendations and anticipated outcomes suitable for DOLA LPC grant reporting
Competence to perform services based on education and technical training, Content and detail of public education and outreach plan, Ability to perform services based on workload and availability, Experience in similar communities to Carbondale, Level of involvement and availability of team, Past performance and client references, Overall cost for consulting services
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Summary
The Town of Carbondale is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to provide professional planning services to support the implementation of affordable housing fast-track strategies, including land use code amendments, permitting process improvements, and incentive programs.
Funded through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Local Planning Capacity (LPC) grant program, this project aims to reduce barriers to affordable housing development and align regulatory tools, review procedures, and incentives with the Town's adopted housing goals. The scope includes a code audit, a bilingual public engagement plan, process improvements and code amendments, public review and adoption support, and final deliverables. Proposals are due by May 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Competence to perform services based on education and technical training, Content and detail of public education and outreach plan, Ability to perform services based on workload and availability, Experience in similar communities to Carbondale, Level of involvement and availability of team, Past performance and client references, Overall cost for consulting services
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Draft and final Unified Development Code amendments, Development incentive and bonus program framework, Development review process improvement recommendations, Public engagement summary, Final report documenting recommendations and anticipated outcomes suitable for DOLA LPC grant reporting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Proof of liability insurance and limits
- Not to exceed cost
- Statement of qualifications
- Three municipal client references
- Submit to
- Town Hall, 511 Colorado Avenue, Carbondale, CO 81623 and electronic copy via PDF submission to [email protected]
- 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, CO 81623 and electronic copy via PDF submission to [email protected]. 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: Draft and final Unified Development Code amendments, Development incentive and bonus program framework, Development review process improvement recommendations, Public engagement summary, Final report documenting recommendations and anticipated outcomes suitable for DOLA LPC grant reporting. 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 to perform services based on education and technical training, Content and detail of public education and outreach plan, Ability to perform services based on workload and availability, Expe..." 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: Proof of liability insurance and limits, not to exceed cost, statement of qualifications, three municipal client references. 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.