River's Edge Action Plan (REAP)

The City of Montpelier is seeking a qualified planning, landscape architecture, engineering, or urban‑design firm to develop a River’s Edge Action Plan (REAP) that will guide revitalization, flood‑resilience, public access, and aesthetic improvements along the downtown riverfront. The consultant will conduct baseline assessments, lead a public‑engagement process, produce conceptual designs for 2‑3 target sites, and deliver a phased implementation plan with cost estimates, all funded by a $75,040 municipal planning grant. • Scope includes existing conditions analysis, public‑engagement plan development & implementation, visioning, conceptual design, zoning & policy recommendations, and phased costing. • Deliverables: baseline report, engagement plan, draft plan with designs & recommendations, final plan with implementation schedule, and cost summary. • Timeline: contract signed early 2027, work begins Jan 4 2027, final deliverables due by Nov 30 2027. • Budget ceiling: $75,040 for consultant services. • Submission deadline: Oct 30 2026; questions due Oct 16 2026; interview period Nov 16‑17 2026; award decision by Dec 11 2026. • Primary contact: Jon Copans, Executive Director, Foundation for a Resilient Montpelier (phone (802) 272‑0162, email [email protected]).