Grand Forks Granicus #9207

Consulting Services for Sign Code Update – City of Grand Forks

The City of Grand Forks Planning & Community Development Department is seeking qualified consultants to update and modernize its zoning code sign standards for on-premise signage. - Government Buyer: - City of Grand Forks, Planning & Community Development Department - Contact: Andrea Edwardson, Planning Manager - Services Requested: - Consulting services to review and update the city's sign code - Scope includes technical assistance, public engagement, drafting updated regulations with graphics, and presentations to the Planning Commission and City Council - Budget: - Maximum contract value capped at $35,000 - Project Requirements: - Incorporate graphics into updated code - Ensure compliance with applicable laws - Conduct public outreach and engagement - Present findings and recommendations to city officials - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or part numbers are mentioned - Preferred project completion within 4-6 months after contract execution - Attachments provide detailed project scope and requirements

Description

The City of Grand Forks is seeking qualified consultants to update and modernize the zoning code on-premise sign standards, non-conforming sign standards, associated definitions, and example renderings in the Grand Forks Land Development Code. The project aims to create a user-friendly, clearly written sign code that incorporates graphics, addresses new technologies, complies with state and federal laws, and involves public and stakeholder input. The consultant will review current sign standards, lead public engagement efforts, and draft updated sign regulations for approval by the Planning Commission and City Council. The budget for consultant services is a maximum of $35,000, and proposals are due by September 8, 2026.

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