North Reserve-Scott Street Master Plan Update

The contract involves providing professional community engagement, planning, design, and engineering services to update the North Reserve-Scott Street Master Plan within the North Reserve-Scott Street Urban Renewal District in Missoula, Montana. The scope includes analyzing existing conditions, developing redevelopment strategies aligned with the city’s land use plan, facilitating public involvement, and producing a comprehensive master plan that guides future investment and revitalization efforts. The project emphasizes collaboration with local stakeholders, addressing transportation and infrastructure needs, and supporting brownfields redevelopment, as informed by prior technical assistance and planning documents. The initial contract is expected to last approximately six months, with a deadline for proposals set for November 26, 2025, and the work anticipated to commence early in 2026, aiming for completion by the end of the third quarter of 2026. The procurement process is governed by specific contractual clauses tailored to the City of Missoula, emphasizing compliance with local laws, nondiscrimination policies, and insurance requirements, rather than standard federal FAR clauses. The contract stipulates that all deliverables and materials produced are the property of the City, with no references to FAR-based clauses such as small business set-asides or specific certifications. Evaluation criteria prioritize the proposer’s approach, relevant experience, personnel qualifications, capacity to meet deadlines, and local presence, with a best-value selection process that may include interviews. Proposal submissions must be concise, limited to 15 pages in PDF format, excluding resumes, and should include a draft milestone schedule demonstrating the firm’s ability to meet project deadlines. The process encourages early initiation and emphasizes professional standards, with the selected firm expected to negotiate a formal agreement that will be approved by the City’s board before project commencement. Administrative details specify that proposals are to be submitted electronically, with no explicit packaging or marking requirements, and all communication regarding the RFP should be directed to the designated City liaison, Annie Gorski.