Opportunity
Des Moines Ionwave #W26-220
Consulting Services for Citywide Historic Resource Survey Planning and Public Engagement – City of Des Moines, IA
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
May 12, 2026
Identifier
W26-220
NAICS
541620, 541690
The City of Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a qualified consulting firm to develop a comprehensive work program and public engagement strategy for a future Citywide Historic Resource Survey. - Government Buyer: - City of Des Moines, Iowa, Development Services Department - Contracting office located at 1200 Locust Street, Des Moines, IA 50309 - Scope of Work: - Develop a strategic, phased roadmap for a multi-year, community-led historic resource survey - Create a flexible funding strategy identifying public, private, and philanthropic sources - Design a scalable public engagement plan, including toolkits and adaptable materials for diverse audiences - Draft content for a future RFP for the survey itself - Deliver quarterly progress reports and visual presentations to City staff, City Council, Historic Preservation Commission, and partners - Requirements: - Consultant must meet the Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications Standards for History, Architectural History, or Historic Preservation Planning - Demonstrated experience with both traditional and innovative approaches to historic resource documentation, including use of interactive online platforms and GIS-based dashboards - Experience engaging diverse audiences - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Required proposal attachments include proof of insurance, hourly consulting rates, and a project timeline
Description
The City of Des Moines, Iowa is seeking sealed proposals from qualified and experienced consulting firms to develop a comprehensive work program and public engagement strategy to guide a future Citywide Historic Resource Survey. This project aims to establish a multi-year, community-led survey framework as part of the City's Historic Preservation Plan, ReflectDSM. Deliverables include strategic phasing recommendations, a flexible funding strategy, a scalable public engagement plan, and draft content for a future survey RFP.