RFP - Housing and Economic Development Strategic Plan

The Town of Woodstock is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct an economic data analysis, lead stakeholder engagement, and develop a housing and economic development strategic action plan. The plan should address key challenges such as housing affordability constraints, workforce shortages, and limited economic diversification. The selected consultant will be responsible for project management, community engagement, data review, market analysis, competitive positioning, and strategic framework development. • Key components of the project include: • Developing a detailed project schedule and timeline • Coordinating with the Town and its committees • Designing and implementing a community visioning and engagement strategy • Reviewing relevant local, regional, and statewide reports • Preparing a baseline assessment of demographics, labor force, housing supply, and industry clusters • Performing a SWOT analysis and evaluating tourism trends • Identifying key strengths, barriers, and opportunities for business attraction and housing development • Recommending priority industry clusters and emerging sectors for economic growth • Developing a unified vision and guiding principles for housing and economic development • Establishing strategic goals, objectives, and measurable outcomes • Preparing a detailed implementation plan with specific actions, timelines, and responsible parties • Identifying catalytic and high-impact projects and recommending policy and regulatory changes • Developing a marketing and branding strategy and identifying potential funding sources