Bid guide
How to bid on Planning Consultant Services for the City of Edgewater, Florida
What the City of Edgewater is buying
The City of Edgewater, Florida, is seeking qualifications from experienced and qualified firms to provide Planning Consultant Services. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is issued in accordance with Florida’s Consultants’ Competitive Negotiation Act (F.S. 287.055) and the Brooks Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 1101–1104).
The City aims to select the most qualified firm to provide these services. A contract will become effective upon approval by the City Council, signing by all parties, and filing with the City Clerk.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Qualifications must be submitted by September 29, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. Submissions received after this time will not be considered.
The City will evaluate qualifications based on factors set forth in the RFQ. An award, if made, will go to the most qualified proposer whose submission is deemed most advantageous to the City.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with demonstrated experience and qualifications in providing planning consultant services. The selection process emphasizes qualifications rather than price at this stage, aligning with Florida's competitive negotiation act for consultants.
Firms should be prepared to showcase their expertise and suitability for providing planning services to a municipal government.
How to respond
To respond, you must access the opportunity through the City’s e-Procurement Portal, OpenGov Procurement. Click the “View original source” link to go directly to the project page.
Once on OpenGov, you may need to complete a brief security check. Sign in or create a free vendor account. This will allow you to download all necessary plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your qualifications before the deadline. Important updates and addenda will be communicated through OpenGov.
Practical tips for preparing your response
Focus on clearly demonstrating your firm's experience and qualifications relevant to planning consultant services. Since compensation information should not be included with your qualifications, highlight your expertise, past project successes, and the capabilities of your team.
Carefully review all sections of the RFQ, especially those detailing evaluation factors. Tailor your submission to address these factors directly and comprehensively. Ensure your submission is complete and submitted well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues with the online 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 Edgewater, Florida; the original posting controls.