Ottawa County Civicplus #317

Ottawa County, Ohio Seeks Consulting Services for Comprehensive Plan Update

Ottawa County, Ohio is seeking consulting services to develop a new, data-driven Comprehensive Plan to guide county growth and preservation for the next 10-20 years. - Government Buyer: - Ottawa County Regional Planning Commission (Ohio), led by Director Mark Messa - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive planning consulting, including: - Project management and coordination with county leadership and committees - Analysis of existing conditions (land use, housing, infrastructure, environment, tourism) - Extensive public and stakeholder engagement - Development of countywide vision, goals, and future land use/growth framework - Housing strategies (including workforce and seasonal housing) - Economic development and site readiness strategies - Infrastructure and transportation recommendations - Environmental and agricultural considerations - Implementation plan with actionable steps - Optional add-on services: - Zoning code audits, workforce housing feasibility, economic site readiness, infrastructure mapping, fiscal impact analysis, grant strategy, and community branding - Notable Requirements: - Deliverables must be visually professional, data-driven, and actionable - Consultant must work closely with a project management team, steering committee, and topic-based working groups - Emphasis on public engagement and stakeholder input - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a professional services solicitation

Description

Ottawa County, Ohio is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to assist with the development of a new comprehensive plan. The existing plan has not been updated in about 50 years, during which the county has undergone significant changes in various sectors including land use, housing demand, infrastructure, economic opportunities, tourism, transportation, environmental considerations, and public services. The selected consultant will lead a community-driven planning process to produce a practical and actionable comprehensive plan that addresses long-term growth, investment, preservation, and community development. The project includes extensive public engagement, data analysis, and the creation of implementation strategies to guide decision-making for the next 10 to 20 years.

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