Goleta Planet bids #2026-003

This opportunity seeks expert consulting services for a city-wide urban canopy analysis and landscape design in Goleta, CA. - Government Buyer: - City of Goleta Public Works Department - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - West Coast Arborists (tree inventory lead) - Davey Resource Group - Envicom Corporation - HELIX Environmental Planning - Langan CA - LSA Associates - Rincon Consultants - SWCA - Wilson Environmental Contracting - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive city-wide tree canopy analysis using high-resolution geospatial data (LiDAR, NAIP imagery) - Integration of socioeconomic and climate models for urban forest management - Quantification of tree canopy benefits and analysis of changes over time - Identification of areas lacking canopy with an emphasis on equity - Tree-focused landscape design guidance for all city parks - Development of 6–10 specific landscape designs for priority parks - Coordination with ongoing tree inventory (West Coast Arborists) - Student involvement in the design process - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Integration of geospatial, climate, and socioeconomic data - Equity analysis in canopy distribution - Collaboration with ongoing tree inventory and student participation

The City of Goleta is seeking a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive City-Wide Canopy Analysis and develop Park and Open Space Landscape Designs. The project involves integrating high-resolution geospatial data with socioeconomic and climate models to inform urban forest management and planning, emphasizing equity and canopy distribution. It includes tree-focused landscape design guidance for all city parks and 6–10 specific designs for priority parks, incorporating student involvement and coordination with an ongoing tree inventory. The goal is to quantify canopy benefits, changes over time, and identify areas lacking canopy for targeted improvements.