Request for Qualifications Landscape Architecture & Planning Services Vergennes Veterans Park Master Plan

The City of Vergennes has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for landscape architecture and planning services specifically targeting the development of a comprehensive Veterans Park Master Plan in Addison County, Vermont. The procurement seeks a qualified consultant team with demonstrated expertise in landscape architecture, community engagement, and recreational facility planning. The primary objective is to create a strategic roadmap for transforming Veterans Park into a safe, accessible, and multi-functional recreation area that can serve residents throughout the year. Key deliverables will likely include a detailed master plan document, conceptual design renderings, community engagement summaries, and implementation recommendations. The RFQ was posted on September 30, 2025, with proposals due by October 31, 2025, indicating a relatively short procurement timeline of approximately one month. Consultants responding to this opportunity will need to demonstrate significant professional qualifications in park planning, public space design, and community-centered recreational development.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly outlined in the provided documentation, Vermont municipalities often prioritize local and small business participation in public procurement processes. The project appears to be open to landscape architecture firms, planning consultants, and design professionals with relevant municipal park planning experience. Though budget ranges are not specified, municipal park master planning projects typically range from $50,000 to $250,000 depending on project complexity and scope. The procurement suggests a comprehensive planning approach that will likely require extensive community input, site analysis, and strategic visioning for the Veterans Park redevelopment. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate prior successful park planning projects, community engagement methodologies, and technical design capabilities relevant to creating a multi-season recreational space.