Master Plan Services

The Charter Township of Brighton in Livingston County, Michigan, has issued RFP 25-12 to solicit proposals from qualified consulting firms for the development of a comprehensive Master Plan. The project aims to update and enhance the Township’s existing planning documents in accordance with Michigan’s Planning Enabling Act and related statutes. The scope includes conducting detailed land use, transportation, natural features, and community facilities analyses, engaging the public, and producing a final report that meets professional standards and Township requirements. Deliverables encompass multiple copies of the final plan, digital files suitable for GIS and web posting, and supporting documentation such as a public participation strategy and resumes of key personnel. The contract is estimated to be valued between $100,000 and $500,000, with the performance location within Michigan, and the project timeline to be determined post-award. Proposals must be submitted by December 3, 2025, in sealed formats with fee proposals in a separate envelope, and should include detailed responses to evaluation criteria emphasizing prior municipal experience, resource capacity, and professional qualifications. The selection process will be based on a qualitative assessment of technical merit and overall value rather than price alone, with the Township reserving the right to award to the most advantageous proposal. Contract clauses emphasize compliance with insurance, non-discrimination, conflict of interest disclosures, and hold harmless provisions, alongside strict requirements for proposal formatting, submission procedures, and certification of independent pricing. The Township’s contract administration procedures specify that all deliverables are subject to inspection and final acceptance by the Township, with work performed within the scope of the project standards and legal requirements.