Bid guide
How to bid on Architectural Design Services for the Neighborhood Streetscape Project, City of Hartford
What the City of Hartford is buying
The City of Hartford is looking for a qualified architectural firm to provide services for its Neighborhood Streetscape Project. This includes schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration. The selected firm will also provide preliminary cost estimates.
The architectural firm will need to coordinate closely with the City of Hartford, local business owners, and a construction manager who will be hired separately. This is a contractual agreement for professional architectural services.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP 6292) was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 11, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
After the deadline, the City of Hartford will no longer accept submissions for this opportunity.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for architectural firms with experience in urban design, streetscape projects, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders including city agencies and business owners. Firms should be prepared to handle all phases of design from schematic to construction administration.
This is a professional services contract, specifically for architectural design, and falls under the professional services category.
How to respond to RFP 6292
To access the full solicitation documents and respond, you need to go to CTsource, Connecticut's statewide procurement portal. The original posting for RFP 6292 is publicly viewable without an account.
To download documents or submit your proposal, you will need to create a free CTsource account. Ensure your submission is complete and uploaded before the August 11, 2026, 2:00 PM ET deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly outline your firm's experience with similar streetscape or urban design projects. Highlight your capabilities in schematic design, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
Emphasize your approach to coordination with clients, stakeholders, and other project teams, such as a construction manager. Provide a clear methodology for developing preliminary cost estimates. Ensure all required forms and documentation are accurately completed and submitted on time through the CTsource portal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Hartford; the original posting controls.