How to bid on zoning ordinance revision consulting for the City of Medford

What Medford is seeking

The City of Medford, led by the Medford City Council and Office of Planning, Development, and Sustainability, is seeking a consultant to assist with revising the City’s Zoning Ordinance.

This is a formal request for proposals, identified as RFP 27-0196. It may suit firms with relevant planning or zoning ordinance consulting experience.

Key dates and the deadline

The solicitation was published October 26, 2026. Questions are due November 18, 2026. Proposals are due December 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.

Submit before the closing time through BidNet Direct or as the notice directs. The plain-English summary also lists October 26, 2026, as the proposal due date, which conflicts with the detailed deadline. Check the full notice and any addenda in BidNet Direct to confirm the controlling deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This professional-services opportunity may suit a consultant or firm with experience relevant to revising municipal zoning ordinances. The provided information does not specify further qualifications or proposal requirements.

How to access and submit a response

Use “View original source” to open the solicitation on BidNet Direct. The title and dates are public; sign in with a free BidNet Direct vendor account to view the full notice, documents, and addenda.

Submit your response through BidNet Direct, or follow the submission instructions in the notice, before the confirmed closing date and time.

Prepare a clear, responsive proposal

Read the full notice and all addenda before drafting. Make a checklist of the requested materials, submission instructions, and deadlines, and confirm the due date because the provided summary and detailed listing information conflict.

Explain your relevant zoning ordinance work in concrete terms. Organize the response around the City’s stated needs, answer each requested item directly, and leave time to review the final submission for completeness.