FY23 DCOP Ivy City Small Area Plan Urban Planning

The District of Columbia Office of Planning (DCOP) is seeking professional urban planning services for the Ivy City Small Area Plan, a comprehensive urban development initiative. This procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 66c854f4cac5fc795d0f5818, requires qualified urban planning firms to develop a detailed neighborhood strategic plan for the Ivy City area. The primary deliverables will likely include a comprehensive urban design analysis, community engagement strategies, land use recommendations, infrastructure assessment, and potential economic development proposals. Prospective contractors must demonstrate expertise in urban planning, community development, and spatial analysis, with strong qualifications in geographic information systems (GIS), demographic research, and stakeholder engagement. The solicitation requires submission of detailed technical proposals by July 10, 2023, with an anticipated review and evaluation period following the submission deadline. Potential respondents should carefully review all submission requirements and be prepared to provide evidence of previous successful urban planning projects in similar urban environments.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, District of Columbia procurement typically encourages participation from local, small, and disadvantaged business enterprises. The Ivy City Small Area Plan project may have preferences for firms with local District of Columbia presence or demonstrated experience in urban redevelopment within the metropolitan area. Although the exact budget range is not specified, urban planning projects of this scope typically range from $100,000 to $500,000, depending on the complexity of the neighborhood analysis and recommended interventions. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate capabilities in comprehensive community planning, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to produce actionable, forward-looking urban development strategies. The project will likely require close collaboration with local government agencies, community stakeholders, and potentially existing infrastructure and technology systems currently in place within the Ivy City neighborhood.