Parks Master Plan RFP

The City of Livingston, Montana, located in Missoula County, is seeking a qualified parks planning services consultant to develop a comprehensive Parks Master Plan through a Request for Proposal (RFP 20045). The project aims to create a strategic 10+ year roadmap for the Parks Department that addresses future growth needs, sustainable amenities, and capital improvements. The selected consultant will conduct a multi-phase project involving planning context analysis, existing program review, needs assessment, community engagement, and comprehensive reporting. Key deliverables include ten copies of technical reports, ten copies of a draft master plan, twenty copies of a final master plan binder, service area maps, and digital copies of all reports. The evaluation criteria will focus on four primary areas: firm qualifications (30%), staffing and project organization (30%), work plan (30%), and cost/price (10%). Proposals are due on January 5, 2024, with potential questions accepted until 2:00 PM on December 21, 2023. Submissions must be an original and three physical copies, plus an electronic PDF, not exceeding 25 pages.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project budget is firmly established at $30,000.00, which is locally funded and does not involve external grant restrictions. The project timeline anticipates completion within 6 months of award, with the consultant expected to develop a comprehensive plan that includes detailed cost estimates, maintenance projections, and strategic recommendations. The Parks Maintenance Division currently consists of 4 full-time and 5 part-time positions, while the Recreation Department has 3 full-time and 12 part-time employees. The city has been making incremental park improvements at approximately $50,000 annually, constrained by limited general fund resources. Notably, the RFP explicitly excludes Katie Bonnell Park, which is already in the design and planning phase for a new Wellness Center. Proposers can submit their responses via multiple methods, including email, online submission through bidnetdirect.com, flash drive, or physical copies mailed to the city's address.