Garden Grove Planetbids #CDD-006

City of Garden Grove General Plan, Housing Element, and Zoning Update Consulting Opportunity

The City of Garden Grove, through its Community Development Department and Planning Services Division, is seeking qualified consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive update of its General Plan. - Scope includes: - Review and update of the General Plan, Housing Element (7th RHNA Cycle), Land Use Element, and related maps - Preparation of a Climate Action Plan, Community Energy Plan, and Zoning Code/Map updates - Needs assessment, site inventory, constraints analysis, and fair housing programs - Environmental Impact Report (EIR) preparation and CEQA compliance - Extensive public participation and engagement, including outreach meetings, presentations, and public hearings - Integration of innovative technologies such as GIS, digital government, and potentially artificial intelligence - Multilingual outreach and compliance with SB 18 and AB 52 regulations - Project administration, coordination, and monthly status reports - Estimated contract value is approximately $2.3 million - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to consulting firms specializing in urban planning, environmental consulting, and community development - Notable requirements: - Housing Element certification deadline - Incorporation of electrification and decarbonization planning - Coordination with multiple city departments and external agencies - Clear roadmap for implementation with defined tasks, responsible departments, timelines, and funding sources

Description

The City of Garden Grove is requesting proposals from qualified consultants for a comprehensive update to the City's General Plan. The project involves reviewing existing General Plan programs, conducting a needs assessment, updating the Housing Element, Land Use Element, and related maps, and incorporating public participation and engagement. The update must comply with state laws and include a detailed project schedule with milestones, public outreach, and environmental review. The project is managed by the Planning Services Division and work is anticipated to begin on December 15, 2026, with completion targeted by October 2029.

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