On-Call Planning, Environmental, And Financial Services

The City of San Luis Obispo is seeking qualified professional consulting firms to provide on-call planning, environmental, and economic and financial services for its Community Development Department. The scope of work focuses on land use entitlement and permit processing, special planning projects, and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance, including the preparation of Initial Studies and Environmental Impact Reports. The selected consultants will be responsible for reviewing planning applications, preparing staff reports, and attending public meetings. The contract is designed as a five-year agreement, with work commencing upon written authorization to proceed. The City may award one or more contracts based on a weighted evaluation of relevant qualifications and experience, proposed approach, responsiveness to the RFQ, fee structure, and a letter of interest. Proposals must be submitted by November 30, 2026, and should include a detailed fee schedule, a minimum of three client references, and a certificate of insurance. Payment terms are Net 30, with monthly invoicing. All deliverables must be provided in an accessible PDF format, and the contractor must adhere to OSHA and California Division of Industrial Safety regulations.