Phoenix Main Line Transit Oriented Development (TOD)

The City of Phoenix is seeking proposals for the Phoenix Main Line Transit Oriented Development (TOD) services through a competitive solicitation targeting urban design and urban planning firms. The project focuses on strategic updates to Transit Oriented Community (TOC) Plans along a 0.5-mile buffer of the Valley Metro Rail from Dunlap Avenue and 19th Avenue through Downtown Phoenix. Key project objectives include creating an opt-in rezoning process, developing mixed-income housing and mixed-use design scenarios, refining the Walkable Urban Code, and updating TOC policy plans. The solicitation requires firms to address challenges in zoning, housing development, and urban design, with extensive community engagement including design charrettes and public meetings across different planning areas. The procurement timeline indicates a pre-offer conference on August 13, 2025, with proposals due by September 12, 2025, and an anticipated contract term commencing on or about January 1, 2026, for a two-year period. The project is funded through federal transit assistance and aims to address Phoenix's rapid population growth, housing shortage, and legal constraints such as Proposition 207 and state prohibitions on inclusionary zoning.

The contract opportunity emphasizes participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) and small businesses, with the City of Phoenix implementing a Small Business Participation Plan subject to Department of Transportation DBE program requirements. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts to engage and solicit services from small businesses and DBE-certified firms, including identifying opportunities for DBE suppliers and proactively reaching out to certified firms. Tracking and monthly reporting of DBE and small business participation is required through the City's "Certification and Compliance System" at phoenix.diversitycompliance.com. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the project involves strategic urban planning services with potential significant impact on Phoenix's urban development. The City anticipates using race- and gender-neutral measures to facilitate DBE and small business participation, with initial submission of participation plans due 30 calendar days after contract award and subsequent annual submissions on the contract anniversary date. Potential respondents must carefully review the Small Business Participation Plan forms and comply with all reporting and engagement requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.