York County Consulting Services for the Development of Parks Master Plan - RFP 3064 (2027)
York CountyCounty · York, SC- Due
- Jan 7, 2027
- 56 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Teria Sheffield
- (803) 818-5326
The 30-second brief
York County seeks a qualified consultant to prepare a baseline Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide future park, recreation, trail, and open space investments over the next 10 to 20 years. The plan shall provide a data-driven assessment of existing facilities, future recreation needs, and capital priorities while maintaining a streamlined scope and budget. Deliverables include a project charter, inventory mapping, existing conditions and demographic analysis, stakeholder input reports, capital improvements framework, and final planning document. The submission deadline is January 7, 2027, with a voluntary pre-proposal conference on December 3, 2026, and a questions deadline of December 11, 2026. Required insurance includes $1,000,000 general liability and professional liability.
Firm Qualifications: 20, Firm Capacity: 20, Project Approach: 30, References: 5, Cost: 25
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Summary
York County seeks a qualified consultant to prepare a baseline Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide future park, recreation, trail, and open space investments over the next 10 to 20 years.
The plan shall provide a data-driven assessment of existing facilities, future recreation needs, and capital priorities while maintaining a streamlined scope and budget. Deliverables include a project charter, inventory mapping, existing conditions and demographic analysis, stakeholder input reports, capital improvements framework, and final planning document. The submission deadline is January 7, 2027, with a voluntary pre-proposal conference on December 3, 2026, and a questions deadline of December 11, 2026. Required insurance includes $1,000,000 general liability and professional liability.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Firm Qualifications: 20
- Firm Capacity: 20
- Project Approach: 30
- References: 5
- Cost: 25
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- SIGNATORY PAGE
- TITLE PAGE
- TABLE OF CONTENTS
- TRANSMITTAL LETTER
- DETAILED PROPOSAL
- APPENDIX
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- https://www.yorkcountysc.gov/217/Procurement
- Scope location
- York, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from York County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 7, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.yorkcountysc.gov/217/Procurement. For questions, contact Teria Sheffield.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including York County in SC, 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 Teria Sheffield at (803) 818-5326. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Firm Qualifications: 20, Firm Capacity: 20, Project Approach: 30, References: 5, Cost: 25" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from York County?
All active and historical solicitations from York County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, York County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 12 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 7, 2027, 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: SIGNATORY PAGE, TITLE PAGE, TABLE OF CONTENTS, TRANSMITTAL LETTER, DETAILED PROPOSAL, APPENDIX, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from York County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: York, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.