City of Columbia Ionwave #82/2026

Architectural Historian Consultant Sought for Benton-Stephens Northwest Survey (Phase II)

The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking a qualified Architectural Historian Consultant to conduct a reconnaissance-level architectural survey of the Benton-Stephens Northwest neighborhood (Phase II). - Government Buyer: - City of Columbia, Missouri, Community Development Department, Purchasing Division - Project Scope: - Survey covers approximately 65 acres and 168 primary properties - Consultant must meet 36 CFR 61.6 qualifications (Secretary of the Interior's Professional Qualifications) - Deliverables include inventory forms, digital photographs, boundary maps, and a final survey report - Public meetings and milestone reviews are required throughout the project - Funding and Contract Value: - Project funded by a $15,000 federal Historic Preservation Fund grant with a 40% city match, totaling $25,000 - Period of Performance: - Contract effective from start date through completion, not to exceed five years - Project deadline is August 30, 2027 - Unique Requirements: - Compliance with federal historic preservation standards - Use of specific forms and standards provided in RFP attachments - Consultant must conduct research design, documentation, and community engagement - No OEMs or specific vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified professional consultants

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a qualified Architectural Historian Consultant to conduct a reconnaissance level architectural survey of the Benton-Stephens Northwest survey area (Phase II) for the City of Columbia, Missouri. The contract period will be effective from the date of contract through completion and shall not exceed five years. Proposals may be submitted either electronically through the City's e-bidding website or in a sealed envelope delivered to the Purchasing Division office by the closing date and time. The contract requires compliance with all specifications and includes detailed attachments such as survey forms, standards, and a milestone/payment schedule.

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