Master Plan Historic Preservation Element

The City of Atlantic City is soliciting proposals for a Master Plan Historic Preservation Element, with proposals due November 18, 2026 at 12:15 p.m. through the BidNet Direct e-procurement platform. The solicitation requires a New Jersey licensed planner who either is an individual or leads a firm with staff meeting the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualification Standards for Architectural Historian or Historic Architect (48 FR 44738-9). The source also requires a New Jersey Business Registration Certificate and proof of registration for any named subcontractors.

The consultant produces a comprehensive element under the direction of the planner, with active participation from the Atlantic City Historic Preservation Commission, Planning Board, and Planning Department, in conformance with the New Jersey Municipal Land Use Law. Required content includes historical and architectural context, an inventory assessment, significance analysis, integrity and existing-conditions evaluation, preservation goals and objectives, and an action plan with an implementation agenda. Submissions include a detailed workplan and first (50%), second (75%), and final (100%) drafts, with at least three public meetings. The final product is at least 25 pages of text with GIS-generated maps and photographs, delivered as 50 paper copies and one electronic PDF.

Proposers must provide resumes, organizational charts, professional licenses, a detailed fee breakdown with hourly rates and total cost, and a scope understanding summary. The City requires general liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence, automobile liability of $1 million combined single limit, workers' compensation and employers' liability of $500,000 per accident, professional liability of $1 million per claim and $3 million aggregate, and cyber liability of $1 million per claim and $3 million aggregate. Proposers must also submit a Statement of Ownership Disclosure, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, and a certification regarding prohibited investments in Russia, Belarus, and Iran.

Evaluation considers cost and fees, experience and reputation in the field, ability to mobilize and complete the contract, and knowledge of Atlantic City. Proposals remain open for 60 days, and the City may award within that period or reject all responses. All work must be complete by September 1, 2027, with final deliverables due October 15, 2027. Contact with City personnel is limited to Sean P. Canning at scanning@TheCanningGroup.org.