City of Wilmington NC #S5-0726.1

Wilmington Downtown Master Planning, Placemaking & Public Realm Consulting Services RFQ

The City of Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking qualified consultant teams to provide master planning, placemaking, and public realm services for the Greater Downtown area. - Government Buyer: - City of Wilmington, Purchasing Division - Contact: Ariental Fullwood - Scope of Services: - Downtown master planning, placemaking, and public realm design - Urban design and integration of market feasibility analysis - Development of design standards and economic incentive toolkits - Focus areas include the Northern Riverfront District and 305-319 Chestnut Street site - Project Structure: - Multi-phase approach: baseline assessment, strategic planning, roadmap creation, and plan adoption - Emphasis on collaboration among consultant teams and with City staff - City may select multiple firms for different scopes - Notable Requirements: - Strong encouragement for participation from minority- and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE) and local firms - No specific MWBE percentage goals, but good faith effort and documentation required - Submission must include both electronic and hard copy formats, with a 25-page limit for SOQs - City will provide relevant data and expects integration of urban design, placemaking, and market feasibility components - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a qualifications-based solicitation for professional consulting services

Description

The City of Wilmington is soliciting qualifications for master planning, placemaking, and public realm services focused on downtown Wilmington. The project aims to assess baseline conditions, set strategic direction, create a roadmap, and adopt a comprehensive master plan integrating urban design, placemaking, and market feasibility. The solicitation includes multiple phases and emphasizes collaboration among consultant teams and with the City. The deadline for submission is July 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and the City encourages minority and local business participation.

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