Consulting Services to Develop a Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, Pathways, and Open Space Master Plan

Background

The City of Caldwell is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to develop a Comprehensive Parks, Recreation, Pathways, and Open Space Master Plan with a 20-year planning horizon. The goal is to create a financially sustainable plan that outlines improvements and capital expenditures for parks, pathways, recreational programming, and open space over the next two decades. This initiative aims to enhance the quality of life for Caldwell residents by ensuring accessible outdoor spaces.

Work Details

The consulting services required include: 1. **Public Engagement and Outreach**: Develop an inclusive outreach plan targeting all residents, including underserved neighborhoods; conduct a statistically valid survey on community needs regarding parks and recreational opportunities; document public comments. 2. **Recreational Programming Gaps/Needs Analysis**: Conduct a needs analysis for parks and pathways; prepare demographic profiles; identify service overlaps and funding mechanisms. 3. **Land Acquisition Strategy**: Develop strategies for protecting open space and identifying potential land acquisition properties; create criteria for candidate properties. 4. **Master Plan Development**: Align the Master Plan with the Caldwell Comprehensive Plan; classify recommendations into actionable themes; develop GIS maps for existing and future parks and pathways; include a capital improvements framework with cost estimates and funding sources.

Period of Performance

The project is expected to commence upon contract approval in July 2026, with completion anticipated within a timeline defined by the selected vendor's proposal.

Place of Performance

The services will be performed within the City of Caldwell, Idaho.

Bidder Requirements

Proposals must demonstrate experience in developing similar master plans that incorporate sustainable funding mechanisms. Vendors should provide references from at least three comparable projects, including contact information for verification.