Town of Penfield Climate Action Plan – Phase I

The Town of Penfield in Monroe County, New York, is seeking a consultant or consultant team to develop Phase I of its Climate Action Plan (CAP), a comprehensive sustainability initiative focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing resiliency. The primary objectives include creating a detailed greenhouse gas emissions inventory, establishing climate action strategies, and defining metrics for measuring progress within town operations. The selected consultant must demonstrate expertise in municipal climate planning, with a strong emphasis on effective public outreach and community engagement. The RFP requires the consultant to prepare a final report with a robust implementation framework, aligning with the Finger Lakes Regional Sustainability Plan and the New York Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act. Proposals are due on October 3, 2025, at 12:00 PM via electronic submission, with an anticipated contract term of 12 months. The Town will evaluate proposals based on the consulting firm's experience, qualifications, project team composition, and technical approach, with potential for future CAP phase development.

This procurement opportunity does not include any specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged or service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, with 0% participation goals for MWBE, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business, and Disadvantaged Owned Sub-Contracting. No incumbent vendors have been identified as previously awarded similar contracts within the past five years. The maximum contract amount is $100,000, with the project expected to be completed by December 2026. The consultant will work closely with a CAP Advisory Committee and will be responsible for conducting public engagement sessions to ensure comprehensive community input. The project will initially concentrate on town operations, with the potential for expanding scope in subsequent phases. Interested consultants should be prepared to demonstrate a broad range of sustainability expertise and a proven track record in developing climate action plans for municipal environments.