26-001 Creation of a Unified Development Ordinance

The City of Zebulon, Georgia is soliciting proposals from qualified individuals, firms, or corporations to provide professional services for the creation of a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) that will consolidate and modernize the City's existing zoning and development standards. The scope of work encompasses a comprehensive rewrite, conversion, and update of current ordinances to address contemporary planning needs, including mixed-use development, downtown revitalization, light industrial differentiation, and agricultural uses in alignment with the City's 2022 Comprehensive Plan. Deliverables include an in-person kickoff meeting, review of existing ordinances and Pike County regulations, framework development, three draft versions of the UDO (at 50%, 70%, and final stages), an updated Official Zoning Map, monthly progress reports, and presentations to the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council, with all final documents provided in designated formats. Qualified consultants must demonstrate specialized experience in zoning code and UDO development by submitting three relevant project examples. Proposals are due April 28, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. local time, with submission required in both digital PDF format and five hard copies addressed to City Administrator Felicia Trammel. The evaluation process consists of an initial screening by the Mayor and City Administrator to establish a short list, followed by interviews conducted by a Selection Committee comprised of the Mayor, City Administrator, City Attorney, and Mayor Pro-Tem, with final approval by City Council; selection will be based on qualifications, experience, performance, and cost factors, with cost alone not being the determining factor. Questions must be submitted at least five days prior to the proposal deadline, and consultants are welcome to tour the City prior to submission.

The RFP does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that may respond, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The project is anticipated to span multiple budget cycles, with work commencing in FY 2026 and continuing into FY 2027, and the anticipated contract execution date is June 8, 2026. Consultants may structure compensation by individual tasks with payments divided across the two fiscal years based on work progress. The City has budgeted $50,000 for this project, with the final contract value to be determined through the proposal evaluation process. Consultants must provide proof of liability insurance with minimum coverage limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate for general liability, automobile liability, property damage, and professional liability, with insurance documentation required at the time of proposal submission. No incumbent contractors, renewal options, or specific technology integration requirements are referenced in the procurement documentation.