RFP No. 245027 Urban Renewal Policy Consultant

The City of Salem, Oregon has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 245027 for an Urban Renewal Policy Consultant, seeking a Consultant of Record (COR) to provide comprehensive urban renewal policy services for Marion County. The solicitation requires a qualified consultant to perform multiple critical tasks, including developing near-term capital project priorities for new urban renewal areas, preparing urban renewal plans, conducting TIF feasibility studies, preparing plan amendments, reviewing staff reports and public notices, and providing ongoing advisory services on existing and future urban renewal initiatives. Proposal submissions are due by May 10, 2024, with an anticipated contract award date of June 25, 2024. The evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess proposers based on organizational structure, staffing capacity, staff qualifications, ability to deliver projects on schedule, degree of required City staff support, proposed fee schedule, and professional references. The initial contract term is one year, with potential for up to four additional one-year renewal options, emphasizing a potential long-term engagement for the selected consultant.

The RFP does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types that can respond to the solicitation. No information was provided about mandatory disadvantaged enterprise participation or specific requirements for small, minority-owned, or local businesses. The intent to award document suggests Elaine Howard Consulting LLC is the recommended awardee, though the total contract value or budget range was not disclosed in the available documentation. The procurement does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Proposers will be required to comply with standard legal and administrative provisions, including maintaining appropriate insurance coverage, adhering to non-discrimination guidelines, and ensuring tax law compliance. The City of Salem has structured this procurement to select the most qualified consultant based on comprehensive technical and professional capabilities rather than solely on cost considerations.