Urban Forestry Management Plan and Implementation Assistance for the City of Moab

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the City of Moab, Utah for the development of an Urban Forestry Management Plan (UFMP) and related implementation assistance. The City is seeking a contractor to provide professional services in forestry management, natural resources management, environmental testing, and urban development planning. The selected firm will be required to work with City staff and community members to lead a planning process resulting in a written UFMP that integrates existing plans and goals, facilitates community engagement, identifies tools and metrics, and provides a prioritization guide. The scope of work includes project management, development of the UFMP, and ongoing tree management recommendations and materials. The UFMP must analyze the existing tree inventory, canopy coverage, and management considerations, and provide key performance indicators, a multi-year budget, and recommendations for improvements to practice, policy, and code. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM MDT on October 17, 2024, and the selected contractor will be required to provide services starting on September 18, 2024.

The City has budgeted up to $150,000 for the UFMP and implementation aspects. The RFP does not provide any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it mention any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Interested parties are advised to review the full RFP document and any associated attachments for a complete understanding of the opportunity.