RFP for Professional Services - Local Coastal Program, Implementation Plan Update
| Location: | California |
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| Posted: | Jan 20, 2026 |
| Due: | Feb 23, 2026 |
| Agency: | Half Moon Bay city |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | 2026-001 |
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2026-001
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| Bid Title: |
RFP for Professional Services - Local Coastal Program, Implementation Plan Update
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| Category: | All other RFP's |
| Status: | Open |
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
Local Coastal Program, Implementation Plan Update
Date of Issue: January 20, 2026
Due Date: February 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM PST
City of Half Moon Bay
501 Main Street
Half Moon Bay, CA 94403
www.halfmoonbay.gov
Leslie Lacko
Community Development Director
LLacko@halfmoonbay.gov
650-726-8281
City of Half Moon Bay
RFP: Implementation Plan Update
Project Overview
The City of Half Moon Bay is comprehensively updating the Implementation Plan of its Local
Coastal Program (LCP). An LCP must include a Land Use Plan (LUP) and an Implementation Plan
(IP). In 2020, the City completed a comprehensive update of its LUP. The IP was scheduled for a
later update. The LUP contains the primary policies governing land use and development within
the city limits and, since 2020, has functioned as the prevailing document where a conflict exists
between the existing IP and the LUP.
The LUP was developed as a forward-looking document, having anticipated the Sixth Cycle Housing
Element requirements as well as the need for climate change adaptation. It was developed based,
in part, on a vulnerability assessment of the impacts of sea level rise and includes associated
policies. The IP functions as the City’s zoning and development code. It will be updated to
incorporate zoning, procedures, and building standards necessary to carry out policies in the LUP,
to ensure internal consistency within the City’s Municipal Code, to make it easier to use, and easier
to update incrementally for years to come.
Project Goal
The City of Half Moon Bay will amend its Certified LCP with a comprehensive update to the LCP
IP—Zoning maps, zoning and subdivision codes to align the plan with the updated LUP and new
state laws. Smaller updates to Municipal Code chapters outside of the Implementation Plan will be
necessary to create internal consistency and update minor permitting processes, such as sign
permits, tree permits, and landscape and architectural review.
Objectives:
• Develop the zoning and procedural codes to implement the LUP, including measures to
implement climate adaptation policies and vegetation management for fire safety.
• Update the IP to promote social equity and environmental justice including the fair
treatment of people of all races, cultures, incomes, and national origins.
• Create internal consistency with City planning documents and within the Municipal Code.
• Consider mapping the CDP Categorical Exclusion Areas identified in the current IP.
• Consider mapping the Workforce Housing Overlay identified in the LUP.
• Incorporate procedures for complying with housing laws passed since the 2020 LUP update
that apply in the Coastal Zone.
• Overhaul the IP to make it easier to use and update incrementally.
Introducing Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay is a small coastal community located about 30 miles south of San Francisco, offering
a variety of unique attractions and open space amenities. As the oldest settlement in San Mateo
County. Set between the Santa Cruz Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Half Moon Bay has
remained relatively isolated and, as a result, offers a small-town refuge for the urbanized greater
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City of Half Moon Bay
RFP: Implementation Plan Update
Bay Area. Its coastal setting, along with its enduring agricultural heritage, are treasured by
residents. It is also a place where citizens care about the quality of architecture, individual
neighborhoods and their connection with nature. Half Moon Bay’s mild climate, historic
downtown, rural scenery and eclectic residential neighborhoods all contribute to the city’s
charming ambiance. Half Moon Bay reflects a rich cultural heritage shaped by strong Portuguese
and Mexican influences. These communities have played a vital role in the city’s agricultural,
maritime, and civic development, contributing enduring traditions, cuisine, celebrations, and values
that continue to define the character of the region. Tourism drives the City’s economy, although
Half Moon Bay is always seeking to diversify to create a more resilient economy. Either way, the City
is committed to protecting and enhancing robust coastal public access and scenic views.
Background
The City of Half Moon Bay is one of only two local governments that lie entirely within the Coastal
Zone. The City’s LUP is both a part of its certified Local Coastal Program (LCP) and the Land Use
Element of its General Plan. The City’s Subdivision and Zoning Ordinances, Zoning Maps and other
implementation tools contained in Titles 17 and 18 of the City’s Municipal Code, make up the IP.
Titles 14 and 15 include code sections related to other planning permits that require updating.
The IP was first certified in 1996 and included the zoning code, map, and subdivision code
necessary to implement provisions of the 1996 Land Use Plan. Since certification, the IP has been
amended numerous times, mostly to refine project-specific land use and zoning designations or
add new procedures. However, the IP has not been comprehensively updated since it was
originally certified in 1996.
The LUP contains an Appendix that details the IP zoning map changes and code changes necessary
to bring the IP into alignment with the LUP. Appendix A includes a summary of the development
review process and details 42 zoning map changes and 26 subdivision and zoning ordinance
changes that were known to be necessary at the time the 2020 LUP was certified. The
Comprehensive Zoning Code Update is also an opportunity to overhaul the City’s existing Zoning
and Subdivision Ordinances to effectively implement new Housing and Safety Elements in the
General Plan, be more user friendly, remove antiquated and outdated processes and
requirements, and provide a strong foundation for the City to move forward in the coming decades
for clarity, usability, and effectiveness.
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RFP: Implementation Plan Update
Role of Consultant
The Consultant will work collaboratively with City Staff and will be responsible for producing the
deliverables in Project Tasks 1 through 7 below. Much of the work can be conducted remotely;
however, the City prefers that the consultant appears in-person at any in-person community meetings
and at all public hearings. For the Community Outreach task, the consultant will be responsible for
preparing the materials detailed in Task 4 as well as facilitating any community, stakeholder, and
working group meetings.
1. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
a. The Consultant for this project will be selected based on professional qualifications,
experience and demonstrated competence. The selected Consultant must have
professional-level public or private sector experience developing implementation
regulations for policy-level documents, such as General Plans and Land Use Plans. Direct
experience developing zoning and development code is preferred.
b. Previous California Coastal Zone planning experience will be considered a key criterion for
selection. Evidence of the successful Local Coastal Program development and/or
amendments thereto within the last ten (10) years is highly desirable.
c. Ability to communicate effectively, meet schedules, coordinate activities with multiple
parties, and work within budget limitations.
d. Experience with municipal Zoning and Development Code updates that address updated
Housing and Safety Elements for projects located in California jurisdictions.
2. ELIGIBILITY
All individuals and firms meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit. The City is
sending the RFP directly to firms and individuals that are believed to possess the relevant experience
and qualifications and posting on the City’s website.
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES
The project has four main work products:
1) Develop a Community Outreach Plan and associated materials.
2) Develop a memo analyzing and identifying needed code amendments.
3) Draft LCP and Municipal Code amendments and prepare public hearing materials.
4) Complete LCP IP Amendment Application
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RFP: Implementation Plan
The project has four main work products:
5) Develop a Community Outreach Plan and associated materials.
6) Develop a memo analyzing and identifying needed code amendments.
7) Draft LCP and Municipal Code amendments and prepare public hearing materials.
8) Complete LCP IP Amendment Application
The following scope of services should be addressed in the proposal. Summary of Tasks:
Task 1
Task 2
Task 3
Task 4
Task 5
Task 6
Task 7
General Project Management & Communication
Project Kickoff
Identify IP and Municipal Code Amendments
Community Outreach
Environmental Compliance
Draft Updates to IP and Municipal Code
Amendment Hearings
Task 1 – General Management & Communication
Consultant is expected to work closely and collaboratively with City Staff throughout the project.
Consultant must provide regular communication on project status (meetings could be via
teleconference) and schedule updates, project budget, potential issues/challenges, and other items of
interest or concern.
DELIVERABLES: Regular meeting agendas and notes. Regular invoicing.
Task 2 – Project Kickoff
Consultant and City staff will conduct a kickoff meeting to introduce key project team members,
define roles and communication protocols, and review the project schedule, invoicing process, and
budget.
DELIVERABLES: Kickoff meeting agenda and notes.
Task 3 – Identify IP and Municipal Code Amendments
Conduct research and analysis of plans, policies, and municipal code, and possibly develop a project
phasing plan to accomplish the following:
3.1. HMB Amendment & CDP Data Table. Prepare a table of LCP Amendments and Coastal
Development Permits approved since the 2020 LUP went into effect. (Completed with help
from City Staff to satisfy LCP Amendment Requirement).
3.2. Comparison Table. Prepare a table of comparisons that builds on attached Appendix A from
the LUP that outlines the changes necessary to develop an IP that is in alignment with the
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