Project Information

Bid Title

RFP Arcata Zoning Updates - Planning Services

Issuing Agency

City of Arcata

Location

California

Published Date

Jul 24, 2025

Closing Date

Aug 29, 2025

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	RFP Arcata Zoning Updates - Planning Services
Category:	Requests for Proposals
Status:	Open

Description: Notice of Request for Proposals (RFP) for Arcata Zoning Updates - Planning Services The City of Arcata is seeking proposals from a qualified consultant or consulting team (Consultant) to provide planning services related to the preparation of a comprehensive update to its Zoning Code.  The City recently adopted its first comprehensive General Plan revision since 1999, which includes a new Area Plan and an associated form-based code, and a new Health Element, which promotes walkability, access to healthy food, and equity. To implement the updated General Plan and meet the City's housing and land use goals, the Consultant will be responsible for the following key tasks: 1) Updating the City’s Land Use Code to conform to the Arcata General Plan 2045, to streamline permitting and allow for infill densification. 2) Drafting ordinances that supports Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) development and aligns with State Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and SB 9 laws. 3) Develop a new form-based code, and conduct associated public engagement, to regulate high-density development in the Valley West Infill Opportunity Zone. 4) Complete environmental review associated with the tasks listed above, including special studies necessary to support up to a negative declaration under CEQA. An optional, virtual pre-proposal meeting will be held via Zoom on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 3:30 PM at the following Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85402780573?pwd=3llY32du1NeoyrZoT1wPzUOd92BYfv.1 Meeting ID: 854 0278 0573 Passcode 673300 Proposals must be received no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, August 29, 2025. Proposals received in response to this RFP will be used as the basis for selecting a consultant to complete the comprehensive update to the City's Zoning Code. The award for this contract is anticipated to be made at the Arcata City Council's meeting on or after October 1, 2025. Publication Date/Time: 7/23/2025 5:30 PM Publication Information: Notice Sent to Trade Journals 07/23/2025 Closing Date/Time: 8/29/2025 4:00 PM Submittal Information: See RFP Document. Bid Opening Information: 8/29/25, 4 PM Pre-bid Meeting: 8/20/25, 3:30 PM Contact Person: Danielle Allred Contracts & Special Projects Manager Phone: 707-825-2101 Email: dallred@cityofarcata.org Download Available: Yes Fee: No fee to download. Plan & Spec Available: The RFP Package is available on the City's website: www.cityofarcata.org under "Bid." Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM Fax Number: 707-822-8018 Related Documents: View Document(s)

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541310Architectural Services
• NAICS 541330Engineering Services
• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541618Other Management Consulting Services

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