Unofficial Notice of Invitation to Bid (NIB)

Orange Cove City is seeking bids from qualified and interested contractors for the following project titled, General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, identified under Solicitation ID: RFP for General Plan Update and EIR. Work is to be performed near 633 6th St, Orange Cove, CA 93646, USA in Fresno County.

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General Project Description

The City of Orange Cove is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to update its existing General Plan, adopted in 2003, and prepare an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The project entails a comprehensive update incorporating current state laws, best planning practices, land use opportunities, and addressing local and regional planning issues to establish a long-term policy framework for future development. The scope includes conducting an existing conditions analysis, implementing a public engagement program, drafting and finalizing the General Plan update, preparing all CEQA-required EIR documentation, and attending City Council and Planning Commission meetings.

General Bid Items

Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Refined Scope of Services and Project Schedule.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Kick Off Meetings with City Staff.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Monthly Coordination Meetings.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Existing Conditions Report. Specifications: Analyze existing conditions Citywide, summarize key findings, conduct field surveys (driving/walking tours), document land use, built environment, public spaces, infrastructure, mobility networks, biological resources, and cultural resources (with a focus on historic resources). Deliverables: Draft Existing Conditions Report, Final Existing Conditions Report.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Public Engagement Program. Specifications: Prepare and implement a comprehensive public participation program, identify outreach phases, goals, objectives, programming, and proposed budget. Address community surveys, public outreach strategies, stakeholder/decision-maker engagement, illustrative materials, and web-based information sharing/social media platforms. Deliverables: Public Engagement Program, Web-based Information Sharing Platform, Community Workshops, Community Survey, Public Engagement Report, Materials for Outreach Activities.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: General Plan Update. Specifications: Update the General Plan using clear language and graphics, structured by element or theme, reflecting the City's aspirations. Ensure integration and consistency of proposed elements. Incorporate new data, an Environmental Justice Element, state law compliance (since 2014), California General Plan Guidelines, and updated maps/exhibits (land use designations, city limits, sphere of influence). Deliverables: Outline, Draft and Final General Plan Update, Public Review.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Environmental Impact Report (EIR). Specifications: Prepare all required items for California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance. Inform decision-makers and the public of potential adverse environmental impacts, coordinate analysis with Plan development, and develop a Mitigation Measures and Monitoring Program. Consultant responsible for procedural steps (public notices, AB 52 & SB 18 Consultation, Notifications, Resolutions, Ordinances, Notice of Preparation, Notice of Completion, Notice of Determination, filings with County Offices and State Clearinghouse, scheduling/conducting scoping meeting(s)). Deliverables: Scoping meeting materials, Draft and final project description, Draft and final EIRs, Response to comments, Prepare Mitigation Measures and Monitoring Program Report.
Quantity: - Unit: - Work Item: Attendance at City Council Meetings. Specifications: Attendance at a minimum of two (2) City Council and/or Planning Commission meetings. Deliverables: Discussions with City Council and/or Planning Commission.

NAICS Classification

NAICS 541320 – Landscape Architectural Services, NAICS 541330 – Engineering Services, NAICS 541611 – Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, NAICS 541620 – Environmental Consulting Services, NAICS 541690 – Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

Records and Due Date

This bid opportunity was entered into BidAmerica on February 16, 2026, and was last updated on February 16, 2026. All bids and/or proposals are due on March 6, 2026.

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