Project Information

Bid Title

MAPS Campus Master Plan

Issuing Agency

Grand County

Location

Utah

Published Date

May 5, 2026

Closing Date

Jun 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	MAPS Campus Master Plan
Category:	Clerk/ Auditor
Status:	Open

Description: The selected team will prepare a comprehensive master plan for the remaining eight acres of the MAPS Campus. The plan will assist in campus development, grant applications, developer outreach, and a master plan that serves as a long-term guide for campus development and stewardship. Publication Date/Time: 5/5/2026 12:00 PM Closing Date/Time: 6/30/2026 5:00 PM Related Documents: Request for Proposal MAPS campus Master Plan MAPS Map

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Request for Proposal (RFP) for Professional Services to Prepare a Master Plan for Eight Acres of Land

Located in Moab City, Utah

Introduc�on

The Canyonlands Health Care Special Service District (CHCSSD) is a public agency established to support

and advance the con�nuum of healthcare needs for residents in Grand County, Utah. A key mission of

CHCSSD is to ensure that the senior popula�on of Grand County has access to high-quality health care,

housing, and community resources at every stage of aging. The CHCSSD has been responsible for the

development of the MAPS (Moab Area Partnership for Seniors) campus. Most of the property has been

developed, and the remaining land is available to complete the MAPS master plan.

The MAPS campus is a 28-acre parcel of land located in the heart of the City of Moab. The campus was

created to be a small mixed-use community that allows for Moab’s aging popula�on to age in place with

access to health care and senior services. The campus currently includes the Moab Regional Hospital,

the Canyonlands Care Center, the Grand Center (providing meals, recrea�onal ac�vi�es, events), and

the MAPS Senior Apartments (36-unit mix income 1-2 bedroom apartments).

The remaining eight acres have yet to be developed with the vision of independent housing for seniors

55+ years and addi�onal mixed-use opportuni�es that support aging in place by ensuring access to

resources, services and experiences for older residents within the district. The mixed-use development

includes commercial and residen�al parcels that can include retail, food/beverage services, and other

types of services that will enhance the lives of senior independent living. The campus is intended to

func�on as a small-scale re�rement community for aging seniors, integrated into the broader community

with clear mul�modal connec�ons to downtown Moab, nearby services, and adjacent proper�es that

may support future expansion.

Vision Statement and Objec�ves

The final phase of the MAPS Campus will establish an integrated senior community woven into the fabric

of Moab’s landscape, healthcare network, and daily civic life. It will be a place where people of all ages

and income levels can age in place with dignity, connection, and a true sense of belonging.

The completed campus will serve as a model for small rural communities, demonstrating sustainable,

human-centered solutions to the challenges of an aging population. More than a place to live, it will be a

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community people actively choose to be part of, one that fosters engagement, purpose, and continuity

over time.

The MAPS goals include:

• Create a cohesive, integrated series of developments that have a sense of place

through all phases of development.

• Organize transporta�on and circula�on to minimize vehicle/pedestrian conflicts

and maximize accessibility.

• Provide con�nuity throughout the development with pathways, sea�ng, and light

standards.

• Create mul�-genera�onal open space/community park that serves needs unmet

by other parks in the community.

• Maximize the comfort, safety, and use of open space in the MAPS development

Schedule

RFP Posted

Proposal Due

Proposal Review

Applicants Interview

Selec�on/Contract

Kickoff

May 2026

June 30, 2026

July, 2026

August 2026

September 2026

October/November 2026

Scope of Work

The selected team will prepare a comprehensive master plan for the remaining eight acres of the MAPS

Campus (site map atached). The plan will assist in campus development, grant applica�ons, developer

outreach, and a master plan that serves as a long-term guide for campus development and stewardship.

The contract for professional services resul�ng from the RFP award will extend through December 2027

with possible extensions or new procurement a�er that period.

Deliverables

The following deliverables are required. Proposals should describe in specific terms how the team will

approach each, what the work product will look like, and how it will be useful to the CHCSSD beyond the

planning process itself.

1. Exis�ng Condi�ons Assessment

Document site condi�ons (topography, u�li�es, zoning, easements, adjacencies) and iden�fy

constraints and opportuni�es, focusing on connec�vity, accessibility, stormwater, and

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environmental assets. Analyze connec�ons to nearby parcels and facili�es to ensure con�nuity,

compa�bility, and ease of access. The City of Moab and/or Grand County will provide GIS shape

files for recent site-specific eleva�on data and base map data as requested.

2. Community Engagement Plan and Needs Assessment

Conduct a mul�-phase engagement process with seniors, families, care providers, hospital staff,

and the broader community. The process should include a needs assessment survey to capture

both quan�ta�ve and qualita�ve input and use accessible outreach methods to reach seniors

who may not be online.

3. Site and Housing Plan

a. Site Plan - Develop two or more conceptual site plans exploring land use, building

placement, open space, circula�on, phasing, and connec�ons to the exis�ng campus and

surrounding community. Present trade-offs and refine one final plan aligned with CHCSSD

priori�es.

b. Housing Plan - Analyze housing types and unit mix to support independent living, assisted

living, and end-of-life care. Use an integrated approach with shared ameni�es,

affordability targets, accessibility requirements, and clear site and architectural design

guidance for plan implementa�on.

c. Mixed-Use - Recommend retail, dining, services, and gathering spaces that ac�vate the

campus for all ages. Include site and architectural design guidance for mixed-use parcels

as well as integra�on with exis�ng campus ameni�es.

4. Financial Feasibility Analysis

Evaluate CHCSSD development op�ons (ground leases, land sales, direct development, public-

private partnerships). Compare costs, revenues, risks, and governance. Include assump�ons for

grants, private equity, and philanthropic capital.

5. Phasing and Implementa�on Strategy

Provide a phased plan priori�zing near-term projects alongside long-term buildout. Iden�fy what

can begin immediately, what depends on other steps, and what can be delivered within five to six

years versus longer-term.

6. Final Master Plan Document

Deliver a professional, presenta�on-quality document for grant applica�ons, public

presenta�ons, developer outreach, and campus management. Include visual clarity, ac�onable

guidance, general construc�on cost es�mates, and implementa�on steps.

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Other Considera�ons

These items should be integrated into the master plan rather than treated as separate deliverables:

• Care Center Expansion: The potential expansion of the Canyonlands Care Center, while a

separate project with its own cost and feasibility analysis, should be addressed in the master plan

as a coordinated parallel track. The site plan should accommodate and not foreclose

the expansion, and the phasing strategy should identify how the two projects sequence together.

• Campus Connectivity: The MAPS Campus should be planned as part of the broader community

with clear connections for walking, biking, and vehicle access to downtown Moab, nearby

services, and adjacent properties that could extend the campus’s reach. We are specifically

looking for a team with demonstrated exper�se in community building.

• Team Expecta�ons: The MAPS Campus master plan represents a nontradi�onal project, and it

calls for more than a conven�onal team. The selected team should have a strong understanding

of how successful places are created through the integra�on of programming, hospitality, and

design. We are par�cularly interested in firms that can provide clear examples of past work

where their approach has resulted in environments that foster connec�on, belonging, and long-

term community values, places that people ac�vely choose and care deeply about.

Contract Budget

The contract should not exceed $100,000 in the ini�al term. Proposals should include expected

�meframes and breakdown of es�mated costs.

Submitals and Evalua�on

The consultant’s response to this RFP shall provide a clear, concise proposal that will outline their

abili�es, experience, planned approach, and costs in complying with the scope of work. Maximum

proposal length: 15 pages (double-sided prin�ng is allowed).

Evalua�on Criteria:

Proposals will be scored by the CHCSSD Board by using a weighted set of criteria that reflects their

priori�es, with a strong emphasis on design innova�on and community programming. These criteria

include:

• Relevant Experience and Results (25%)

Demonstrated success delivering comparable projects, with clear, measurable outcomes.

• Design Approach and Programming (20%)

Quality of the design approach, including integra�on of nature, wellness, and ac�ve campus

programming.

• Community Engagement (15%)

Clear, inclusive, and feasible plan for engaging stakeholders and incorpora�ng input into the

process.

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• Financial Approach and Feasibility (15%)

Strength of financial assump�ons, scenario planning, and a realis�c phasing strategy.

• Understanding of Vision and Context (10%)

Demonstrated grasp of the MAPS vision and sensi�vity to the rural Utah se�ng.

• Team and Work Plan (10%)

Qualifica�ons of the team, clarity of roles, and a prac�cal, well-organized work plan.

• Cost and Value (5%)

Overall fee in rela�on to scope, with a clear and reasonable cost breakdown.

Selected teams will be invited to present their approach to key project ques�ons and overall vision.

References will be reviewed to confirm past performance and reliability.

Proposal should include:

• Cover Leter

• Team Descrip�on and Qualifica�ons

• Relevant Project Por�olio

• Approach and Methodology

• Scope, Schedule, and Deliverables

• References

• Disclosures

Submission

Proposal should be received by 5pm on June 30, 2026 and be submited online to the Utah Public

Procurement Place (U3P – Bonfire), utah.bonfirehub.com. Inquiries related to this solicita�on should be

submited to the Public Q+A sec�on of the lis�ng in that portal, where answers will be posted for all

prospec�ve solicitors to see.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541310Architectural Services
• NAICS 541320Landscape Architectural Services
• NAICS 541330Engineering Services

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