Frisco Climate Action & Resilience Plan

The Town of Frisco, Colorado is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive Climate Action and Resilience Plan through a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued on January 26, 2024. The project requires developing a community-wide and municipal operations Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory, with specific deliverables including a science-based pathway for energy conservation and emissions reduction, community outreach strategies, and an action-oriented roadmap with specific targets, actions, and timelines. The consultant must establish a baseline GHG inventory across residential, commercial, transportation, and waste sectors, conduct a vulnerability assessment, and develop adaptation strategies tailored to the unique challenges of a rural resort community. Proposals are due by February 23, 2024, at 4:00 pm MST, with the project expected to begin in early 2024 and be completed by November 29, 2024. Evaluation criteria will focus on the proposer's understanding of the project, qualifications, experience with climate action planning in mountain communities, and ability to develop a comprehensive yet concise plan addressing Frisco's specific needs. The plan must include quarterly deliverables and comply with Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) requirements.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The project is funded through a $55,000 grant from DOLA, with a matching $55,000 from the Town of Frisco, establishing a total project budget not to exceed $110,000. While no incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, the project builds upon existing climate planning efforts, including the Summit Community Climate Action Plan and Frisco's previous Energy Action Plan developed with Xcel Energy's Partners in Energy program. The town emphasizes the need for an inclusive and equitable approach, suggesting a preference for consultants with demonstrated ability to engage diverse community stakeholders. The contract will be governed by the Town of Frisco's standard Contract for Goods and/or Services, which includes specific insurance requirements and compensation terms. The project aims to develop a comprehensive climate action strategy that can serve as a model for other mountain communities in addressing climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.