Town of Simsbury - Tariffville Neighborhood Plan

The Town of Simsbury, located in Hartford County, Connecticut, is seeking proposals from qualified planning consulting firms to develop, facilitate, and complete a comprehensive Tariffville Neighborhood Plan. This Request for Proposal (RFP #20180) aims to engage professional consultants with expertise in neighborhood planning and community development to create a strategic blueprint for the Tariffville area. The primary objectives include developing a detailed neighborhood plan that addresses local community needs, future growth, and strategic development opportunities. Vendors must demonstrate strong qualifications in urban planning, community engagement, and strategic municipal planning. The procurement timeline is specific, with the solicitation opening on January 12, 2024, and proposals due by February 15, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST. A vendor question and answer period will be conducted from January 12 to January 22, 2024, with all questions to be submitted to George McGregor at gmcgregor@simsbury-ct.gov by 1:00 PM EST. The Town will provide responses to relevant questions via an addendum posted on their website (www.simsbury-ct.gov) by January 26, 2024.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. All qualified planning consulting firms are eligible to submit proposals, and there are no apparent limitations based on company size, structure, or previous government contracting experience. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation, and no existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are outlined. The solicitation has been designated as having no line items, which suggests vendors should provide comprehensive pricing for the entire scope of services. Notably, the RFP does not specify an estimated total value for the contract, leaving pricing terms to be determined by the vendors themselves. Proposals must be submitted via email to gmcgregor@simsbury-ct.gov, with the primary evaluation likely focusing on the consulting firm's qualifications, proposed approach, understanding of the project scope, and comprehensive planning methodology for the Tariffville Neighborhood Plan.