Town of Telluride Comprehensive Plan

The Town of Telluride is seeking professional consultants to develop a comprehensive plan through a Request for Proposals (RFP) with a total budget of $335,000. The procurement targets the creation of a new Comprehensive Plan that will guide the town's future development, building upon the 2023 Telluride Community Vision and Action Plan. Key deliverables include an extensive public engagement process requiring at least two in-person and one virtual outreach program, with materials provided in both English and Spanish. The consultant will be responsible for analyzing current demographic, economic, and housing trends, examining existing municipal plans, and developing strategies for sustainable development, historic preservation, transportation, and economic development. Proposal submissions are due by 5:00 PM MST on July 29, 2024, with a selection timeline that includes interviews from August 7-9, 2024, negotiations by August 16, 2024, presentations to the Planning & Zoning Commission on August 22, 2024, and a final presentation to the Town Council on August 27, 2024, where the successful firm will be selected and contract executed.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The comprehensive planning effort will focus on principles of livability, including housing, economy, community, environment, and infrastructure, with an emphasis on creating a plan that supports Telluride's vision of remaining a "sustainable, authentic, and connected community." The project will build upon the existing 2006 Master Plan (updated in 2012) and aims to provide policy direction and project alignment for future town development. While no incumbent vendors are specifically identified, the town has conducted significant prior community engagement, including six pop-up events, one open house, a survey with 1,142 responses, three stakeholder meetings, and two retreats. The total budget for the comprehensive planning effort is $335,000, with an anticipated project completion timeline of 12 months. The successful consultant will need to demonstrate expertise in municipal planning, community engagement, and the ability to synthesize complex community needs into a cohesive strategic document.