When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 30, 2026.

It was issued by City Of Ypsilanti. The work is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Proven expertise in municipal master plan development. Experience with community engagement and regional planning coordination. Strong capabilities in data analysis, GIS, and graphic design. Demonstrated ability to provide digital and print-ready planning documents. Knowledge of Michigan state and regional planning requirements.

Master Plan Service (Due July 17, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Ypsilanti, Michigan, United StatesPosted: June 19th, 2026Deadline: July 17th, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City of Ypsilanti, Michigan is seeking planning consultants for a comprehensive master plan update, emphasizing data-driven analysis, public engagement, and GIS-based deliverables.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Demonstrated experience preparing municipal master plans for comparable communities
Expertise in community engagement and equitable outreach methods
Strong graphic design, mapping, and data analysis capabilities
Ability to work collaboratively with municipal staff, boards, and commissions
Must submit proposal as a single PDF document not exceeding 25 pages
Must provide at least three references from comparable municipal clients
Must provide a completed Cost Proposal Form with a not-to-exceed total

CONTRACT DURATION

16 months

TIMELINE

Project commencement: August 2026

Initial citywide engagement and data analysis: August 2026 to January 2027

Draft report preparation: January 2027 to May 2027

Draft plan community engagement: May 2027 to July 2027

Final plan preparation and adoption: August 2027 to November 2027

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 30th, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City Of Ypsilanti

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority located in Ypsilanti, Michigan seeks a planning consultant to conduct a comprehensive update of its master plan. The updated master plan should capture the unique character, values, and aspirations of the community, address current and emerging challenges, and coordinate with regional planning efforts.

Key responsibilities include developing a prioritized implementation plan with timelines, assigned responsibilities, cost considerations, and measurable performance indicators. The selected consultant will document public engagement outcomes and integrate them into actionable plan recommendations. Deliverables should incorporate a clear, data-driven analysis of existing conditions, trends, and potential future scenarios.

All final materials must be provided in both digital and print-ready formats, including maps, graphics, appendices, and GIS-compatible deliverables. The final master plan will need to meet Michigan's state planning requirements and be implementable, measurable, and aligned with community vision and policy frameworks. Questions regarding this opportunity must be submitted by June 30, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 17, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 30, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City Of Ypsilanti. The work is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Proven expertise in municipal master plan development
Experience with community engagement and regional planning coordination
Strong capabilities in data analysis, GIS, and graphic design
Demonstrated ability to provide digital and print-ready planning documents
Knowledge of Michigan state and regional planning requirements

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