WEIRTON
WEST VIRGINIA
Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
Integrated Comprehensive Planning Initiative
Comprehensive Plan Update
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Downtown Revitalization Plan
City of Weirton, West Virginia
Release Date: January 12, 2026
Submittal Deadline: February 13, 2026, by 3:00 PM
Contents
Section 1: Introduction and Purpose ........................................................................................... 3
Section 2: Background and Community Context ......................................................................... 3
Section 3: Project Description and Objectives ............................................................................. 3
Section 4: Scope of Services and Expectations ............................................................................ 3
4.1 Comprehensive Plan Update (WV Code §8A)............................................................... 3
4.2 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Adopted Element) ................................................ 3
4.3 Downtown Revitalization Plan (Adopted Element) ...................................................... 3
4.4 Integrated Public Engagement...................................................................................... 4
Section 5: West Virginia State Code Requirements ..................................................................... 4
Section 6: Consultant Team Structure and Qualifications ........................................................... 4
Section 7: Deliverables ................................................................................................................. 4
Section 8: Proposal Submission Requirements............................................................................ 4
Section 9: Proposal Format and Contents.................................................................................... 5
Section 10: Tentative Schedule .................................................................................................... 5
Section 11: Evaluation and Consultant Selection......................................................................... 5
Section 12: Additional Information .............................................................................................. 6
Appendix A – RFQ Authorization Form ....................................................................................... 7
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1. Introduction and Purpose
The City of Weirton, West Virginia (“City”) is requesting Statements of Qualifications from
qualified multidisciplinary planning consultants to undertake an Integrated Comprehensive
Planning Initiative. This initiative includes preparation of a Comprehensive Plan Update, a Parks
and Recreation Master Plan, and a Downtown Revitalization Plan. All plans will be prepared
concurrently and adopted together by City Council.
2. Background and Community Context
Founded as Holliday’s Cove in 1793 and incorporated in 1947, the City of Weirton developed as
a major steel-producing community. While manufacturing employment has declined, the City is
positioned for growth in education, professional services, construction, retail, tourism, and
events. Weirton’s location between Pennsylvania and Ohio provides regional access and
economic opportunity.
3. Project Description and Objectives
The planning initiative will guide land use, redevelopment, infrastructure investment, and public
services while reflecting community priorities and statutory requirements. Objectives include:
• Compliance with West Virginia Code §8A
• A clear, community-supported long-term vision
• Coordinated citywide, parks, and downtown strategies
• Adoption-ready plans with measurable actions
4. Scope of Services and Expectations
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funds may be utilized, as eligible and
appropriate, to support components of the comprehensive planning effort and associated
integrated planning initiatives. Statements of Qualifications should demonstrate familiarity with
the City of Weirton’s FY 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and clearly articulate how planning
activities and recommended strategies will address identified needs. Consultants will be
expected to incorporate strategies that enhance housing affordability, economic opportunity,
infrastructure, community facilities, parks and recreation, and access to services in a manner that
improves quality of life for low- and moderate-income residents.
4.1 Comprehensive Plan Update (WV Code §8A)
The Comprehensive Plan Update shall address goals and objectives, land use, affordable and
market-rate housing, transportation, public facilities and infrastructure, economic development,
and implementation strategies, and be suitable for formal adoption by City Council.
4.2 Parks and Recreation Master Plan (Adopted Element)
Prepared as an adopted element of the Comprehensive Plan, this plan shall inventory parks,
trails, and facilities; assess level of service; identify needs; and recommend capital improvements,
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cost estimates, and phasing. Recommendations are expected to include facilities and services
that principally benefit low- to moderate-income service areas.
4.3 Downtown Revitalization Plan (Adopted Element)
Prepared as an adopted element of the Comprehensive Plan, this plan shall assess downtown
conditions, identify redevelopment opportunities, and recommend strategies for economic
development, community development, and housing development within the downtown and the
adjoining neighborhoods including mixed-use, market-rate, and housing affordable to residents
at or below 80% Area Median Income (AMI), as well as public realm, placemaking, and
streetscape improvement strategies.
4.4 Integrated Public Engagement
The consultant shall implement a unified public engagement strategy supporting all plan
components and demonstrating how community input informs adopted policies and actions.
Offerors are expected to employ equitable and meaningful engagement strategies to effectively
undertake the integrated comprehensive planning process and the development of a final
product.
5. West Virginia State Code Requirements
The Comprehensive Plan Update shall comply with West Virginia Code Chapter 8A, including
mandatory elements addressing land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, public services,
recreation, economic development, community design, preferred development areas,
redevelopment, financing, and historic preservation.
6. Consultant Team Structure and Qualifications
The City anticipates selecting a single prime consultant responsible for overall coordination.
Subconsultants are permitted. The prime consultant shall remain responsible for all deliverables.
7. Deliverables
Deliverables shall include existing conditions memoranda, public engagement summaries, draft
and final integrated plans, an executive summary, and all GIS and supporting data. Final
deliverables shall be provided in digital PDF and editable formats.
8. Statement of Qualifications Submission Requirements
Consultants shall submit one (1) unbound original, four (4) printed copies, and one (1) digital
copy. Submissions must be received no later than February 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM and delivered
to:
Attn: Mark A. Miller
City of Weirton
200 Municipal Plaza
Weirton, WV 26062
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9. Statement of Qualifications Format and Contents
Submissions shall include a transmittal letter, firm background, project team, relevant
experience, understanding of Weirton, project approach including community engagement
strategies, timeframe, capacity statement, references, cost information, and the RFQ
Authorization Form.
10. Tentative Schedule
• RFQ Release: January 12, 2026
• Deadline for Questions: January 19, 2026
• Addenda Issued: January 26, 2026
• RFQ Submission Deadline: February 13, 2026, by 3pm
• Consultant Selection: March 2026
11. Evaluation and Consultant Selection
Statements of Qualifications will be evaluated using a 100-point weighted scoring system:
• Relevant Experience – 30 points
• Team Qualifications – 25 points
• Project Understanding and Approach – 25 points
• Public Engagement Strategy – 10 points
• Capacity and Availability – 10 points
Interviews may be conducted at the City’s discretion.
The City of Weirton retains the right to overlook minor irregularities and technical issues and to
accept the Statement of Qualifications deemed most advantageous to secure the best outcome
for the city. The City also reserves the right to reject any or all Statements of Qualifications and,
at its sole discretion, to favor submissions that align best with its interests. Furthermore, the City
reserves the right to decline all submissions and initiate a new RFQ when such a course of action
is deemed reasonable and beneficial.
During the evaluation process, the City of Weirton reserves the right, where it may serve the
City’s best interest, to request additional information or clarifications from Offeror(s). At the
discretion of the City, all firm(s) subject to being selected based on criteria set forth in this RFQ
may be requested to make oral presentations, either in-person or virtually. Each Offeror must
designate the person(s) who will be responsible for answering technical and contractual
questions. Preliminary negotiations may be conducted with responsible Offeror(s) who submit
qualifications that are reasonably susceptible of being selected. At the discretion of the City, all
Offeror(s) reasonably susceptible of being selected based on criteria set forth in this RFQ may be
given an opportunity to make a presentation and/or interview with the Evaluation Committee.
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