Cartographic Services

The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation department is soliciting offers for cartographic services under solicitation PKS-RFP-27-0470 to produce high-quality, accurate, and visually engaging maps for public use. The scope of work includes the design of maps suitable for public consumption, the creation of digital versions optimized for mobile and web use, and ongoing maintenance to ensure trail conditions remain current. Key technical requirements include compliance with ADA and WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards, the provision of Spanish language digital versions, and the integration of route planning and extreme heat warning trail highlights. The City will evaluate offerors based on their years of experience in public-scale cartography, familiarity with GIS software such as ArcGIS and QGIS, proposed work plans, and the qualifications of their personnel. The contract is scheduled to commence on February 1, 2027, or a date approved by the Phoenix City Council, for an initial term of two years with one optional three-year extension. Payment will be based on actual labor hours for various roles, including technicians, specialists, analysts, developers, cartographers, and managers, with separate rates for work requiring site visits. Contractors must adhere to strict nondiscrimination policies, maintain a written heat safety plan for outdoor work, and comply with Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Neutral program requirements regarding small business participation. All offers must be submitted electronically via the City's Procurement Portal by November 13, 2026, and must include a technical proposal separate from pricing to avoid disqualification.