Comprehensive Master Plan Rewrite City of Taylor

The City of Taylor, Michigan is requesting proposals for a comprehensive master plan rewrite with proposals due September 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m., with questions due August 17, 2026.

The scope encompasses existing conditions analysis, public engagement design and implementation, statutory notices and mailings, future land use mapping, and implementation strategy with an actionable matrix. Deliverables include a project management plan, public engagement summaries, existing conditions analysis, draft and final master plans in multiple formats (PDF, native editable, and GIS data), and presentation materials. The plan will guide future growth, housing, resiliency, economic development, land use, and capital investments. The contract term is one year from execution with two optional one-year renewal periods exercisable at the City's sole discretion; project milestones target consultant selection in September 2026 and City Council adoption in March 2028.

Evaluation uses weighted scoring: cost proposal (20 percent), demonstrable experience with similar projects (20 percent), quality and type of product proposed (20 percent), thoroughness of material and work plan (20 percent), and estimated installation date (20 percent). Pricing shall be firm fixed and include all costs, discounts, and deductions, excluding federal and City taxes. Delivery is required within 30 days of purchase order issuance, F.O.B. destination, with freight included in pricing.

The contractor must obtain General Liability Coverage of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, Automobile Liability Coverage of $1 million combined single limit, and Workers Compensation coverage with minimum limits of $100,000 each accident. The City of Taylor must be named as an additional insured on all General Liability policies. A five percent bid surety in the form of certified check, cashier's check, money order, or corporate surety bond is required. Optional services available for separate line items include a Housing Market Study, Retail Market Study, Zoning Ordinance Rewrite, and additional meetings beyond the base scope. Proposals are submitted electronically via the City's eProcurement Portal or physically to the City Clerk's Office, 23555 Goddard Road, Taylor, Michigan 48180. Bid opening is scheduled for September 3, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.