IFB Develop and Draft Zoning Amendments To Promote the Revitalization of Dover Center

The Town of Dover, Massachusetts is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to develop and draft zoning amendments that will promote the revitalization of the Dover Center area. The selected consultant will be responsible for leading discussions at four public meetings, presenting a minimum of two alternative development scenarios for Dover Center, and drafting the final zoning amendments to implement the preferred scenario. The zoning changes will likely include provisions for mixed-use development, design guidelines, and adjustments to the definitions, table of uses, and parking requirements in the town's zoning bylaw. Bids are due by October 18, 2022 at 12:00 PM, and the contract will be awarded within three weeks after the bid submission deadline. The Town will evaluate proposals based on the consultant's qualifications, experience, project team, overall approach, ability to develop new ideas and graphics, and capacity to move the project forward expeditiously. The Town plans to invite up to three firms for interviews with the Planning Board to further evaluate the suitability of the proposed approach.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The Town has not provided any information on incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB also does not include any details on the possible award value or budget range for this project.