Request for Consultant Services – Five‑Year Consolidated Plan

The City of Jonesboro’s Grants and Community Development Department is seeking a qualified consulting firm or individual to develop its five‑year Consolidated Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The consultant will review HUD regulations, analyze demographic and housing data, engage stakeholders, develop a strategic plan, and produce the final plan using HUD’s eCon Planning Suite. The work requires expertise in HUD CDBG program requirements, experience preparing Consolidated Plans, and the ability to coordinate with city staff and the public throughout the planning process. • Review HUD guidance, prior Consolidated Plans, and relevant regulations • Conduct data analysis, community needs assessments, and stakeholder outreach (public meetings, focus groups, surveys) • Draft, revise, and finalize the five‑year Consolidated Plan in HUD’s eCon Planning Suite, addressing all city and HUD comments • Deliver a comprehensive Strategic Plan with goals, objectives, and implementation recommendations