Seattle Park District Opengov #189497

Consulting Services for Central District Black Legacy Plan – Parks and Open Space Improvements

The City of Seattle Parks and Recreation department is seeking consulting services for the Central District Black Legacy Plan, a community-focused initiative to improve parks and open spaces in Seattle's Central District. - Government Buyer: - City of Seattle Parks and Recreation - Scope of Work: - Develop a capital improvement plan for parks and open spaces - Emphasize celebration of Black history and legacy in the Central District - Conduct community engagement, site analysis, and strategic planning - Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategies - Requirements: - Respondents must demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience - Proposals must include approaches to community engagement and DEI - Compliance with licensing, insurance, and public records laws is mandatory - The City reserves rights to reject proposals, negotiate terms, and conduct interviews - Attachments: - Plan addendum, consultant agreement, inclusion plan, and questionnaire - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a qualifications-based solicitation for consulting services.

Description

The City of Seattle is seeking qualifications for the Central District Black Legacy Plan, a community-driven project focused on developing a park and open space capital improvement plan that celebrates Black history and legacy in Seattle's Central District. The project involves phases of community engagement, site analysis, strategic planning, and development of a long-term strategy for parks that honor Black history, with an emphasis on equity, cultural significance, and community participation. The timeline spans from early fall 2026 to summer 2027, including multiple public reviews and final plan development. Respondents must submit qualifications by September 11, 2026, and include minimum qualifications, approach, and community engagement strategies. The City reserves the right to reject proposals, negotiate contract terms, and conduct interviews.

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