Waxahachie Opengov #RFQ - 2026 - 5-1

Professional Planning and Design Services for Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan – City of Waxahachie, TX

This opportunity seeks qualified firms to provide professional planning and design services for updating the Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan for the City of Waxahachie, Texas. - Government Buyer: - City of Waxahachie, Purchasing Department (Purchasing Manager: Leila Cole) - Scope of Services: - Development of a comprehensive, community-driven master plan for parks, recreation, trails, and open space - Includes robust public engagement, system inventory, needs analysis, capital project prioritization, funding recommendations, and final plan documentation - Deliverables include surveys, inventories, prioritized capital projects, and presentations to city boards - Plan must meet Texas Parks and Wildlife Department standards and support grant readiness - Products/Services Requested: - Professional planning and design services (no specific products or part numbers requested) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Demonstrated experience in public engagement and translating community feedback into actionable strategies - Ability to develop grant-ready documentation - Adherence to a 9- to 12-month project schedule with defined milestones - No OEMs or specific vendors are named; opportunity is open to professional services firms with relevant expertise

Description

The City of Waxahachie is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from qualified firms to provide professional planning and design services for an updated Parks, Recreation, Trails, and Open Space Master Plan. The goal is to develop a comprehensive, community-driven master plan to enhance the city's parks and recreation system. The plan will guide capital improvements, land acquisition, trail connectivity, maintenance standards, and programming, with a focus on public engagement and positioning the city for funding opportunities. Key assets include Getzendaner Park, Chapman Park, and the Waxahachie Sports Complex.

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