RFQ for Consulting Services_Comprehensive Master Plan Update

The City of Ingleside Development Services Department is requesting qualifications for consulting services to update the city's Comprehensive Master Plan, with statements of qualifications due August 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM (CT) and award consideration by Ingleside City Council scheduled for August 25, 2026.

The scope encompasses a full master plan update to guide future development and community enhancement: existing information review, data collection and analysis, land use and growth management, housing review, infrastructure and utilities system review (including water and sewer rate studies), zoning ordinance updates, neighborhood and community character assessment, transportation and walkability planning, hazard mitigation analysis, public involvement and visioning processes, and sustainability integration. The final adopted plan becomes the property of the city. Deliverables are expected throughout the project in both digital and hard-copy formats.

The city seeks qualified professional engineer and land planning consulting firms. Respondents must demonstrate knowledge of Ingleside's specific circumstances, provide at least three project references with contact information, submit SAM verification confirming no debarment, and complete Form 1295 (Certificate of Interested Parties) upon contract award. The selected consultant must provide current professional liability insurance and complete conflict of interest documentation.

Evaluation weights are planned approach to scope of work (25%), quality of relevant work experience (25%), experience, knowledge, and reputation (20%), availability and commitment (15%), and economy and quality of submission (15%). Contract value and compensation terms are not specified in the RFQ; compensation will be determined through negotiations following consultant selection. Written questions are due July 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM (CT), with answers provided by August 3, 2026. The city reserves the right to reject any or all responses, negotiate with selected consultants, or award to the next most qualified responder if negotiations cannot be completed with the top-ranked firm.