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CALL FOR BIDS Request for Proposals (RFP) Announcement

City Planning Services The City of Carlton is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide comprehensive City Planning Services. The selected consultant will support the city with current and long-range planning and development review, preparation of staff reports and written findings, public noticing and hearing support for the Planning Commission and City Council, code administration and updates, and related community development planning services as described in Appendix A (Scope of Work). Proposers may also propose optional services (e.g., code compliance support, process improvement, long-range planning support, and other related services) as part of their proposal. Scope of Services (See Exhibit A for full description and scope) • Long-range planning and policy development • Comprehensive Plan amendments and updates • Development code analysis and revisions • Land use application review and staff reports • Support for planning commission and city council meetings • GIS mapping and data analysis • Community engagement, outreach, and facilitation • Special planning studies (housing, transportation, economic development, etc.) Proposal Requirements • Transmittal Letter (signed by an authorized representative) • Proposer Information and Key Contacts • Qualifications and Relevant Experience (including references) • Project Understanding and Approach / Work Plan • Staffing Plan and Key Personnel (resumes as appendix) • Cost Proposal / Fee Schedule (use Appendix F) • Exceptions/Deviations to RFP Terms (if any) • Required Forms / Certifications (see Appendices D, E, and G) • Technical Writing Samples (minimum two; redacted as needed) • Proposed Service Model and Availability (hours/month, meeting attendance, on-site/remote) Submission Instructions Proposals must be submitted by April 10, 2026 at 4PM to: City Recorder Aimee Amerson City of Carlton 191 East Main Street, Carlton OR 97111 Email: aamerson@ci.carlton.or.us Phone: 503-852-7575 Questions Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted to Aimee Amerson at aamerson@ci.carlton.or.us by March 27, 2026, at 4PM. Responses may be made available as an addendum. Additional Information A full RFP packet, including detailed scope, evaluation criteria, and contract terms, is available at: https://www.ci.carlton.or.us/administration/bids-rfp/city-planning-services-rfp or by request from the City Recorder. NR Published March 9, 13, 2026