Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw, and Permitting Processes
| Location: | Massachusetts |
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| Posted: | Aug 4, 2026 |
| Due: | Sep 16, 2026 |
| Agency: | Town of Yarmouth |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Solicitation No: | RFP-27-CD-007 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
| Bid Number: |
RFP-27-CD-007
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| Bid Title: |
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw, and Permitting Processes
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| Category: | Feasibility Studies |
| Status: | Open |
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TOWN OF YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS
1146 Route 28
South Yarmouth, MA 02664
(508) 398-2231
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
RFP-27-CD-007
FOR
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR ROUTE 28 DESIGN STANDARDS, ZONING BYLAW,
AND PERMITTING PROCESS AMENDMENTS
TOWN OF YARMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR AMENDMENTS TO DESIGN STANDARDS, ZONING BYLAW, AND
PERMITTING PROCESSES
Table of Contents
1. LEGAL NOTICE .................................................................................................................................. 4
1.1 Purpose. ....................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Goals & Objectives...................................................................................................................... 5
1.3 Decision to Use RFP Process. ..................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Background Information.............................................................................................................. 6
1.5 Resources..................................................................................................................................... 7
2. SUMMARY INFORMATION AND CALENDAR............................................................................. 8
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES AND SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................. 9
3.1 Purchase Description/Scope of Services ..................................................................................... 9
3.2 Technical Scope of Work ............................................................................................................ 9
3.3 Contract Term Length and Renewal Options ............................................................................ 10
4. INFORMATION & INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS ................................................................. 12
4.1 Definitions ................................................................................................................................. 12
4.2 Addenda and Interpretations...................................................................................................... 12
4.3 Submission Requirements ......................................................................................................... 13
4.4 Proposal Modification and Withdrawals ................................................................................... 14
4.5 Acceptance of RFP Terms and Conditions................................................................................ 14
4.6 Evaluation Process..................................................................................................................... 15
4.7 Interviews of Respondents......................................................................................................... 15
4.8 Rule for Award .......................................................................................................................... 15
4.9 Proposal Acceptance and Rejection .......................................................................................... 16
4.10 Execution of Contract ................................................................................................................ 16
4.11 Term of Validity of Proposal..................................................................................................... 16
4.12 Expenses .................................................................................................................................... 17
4.13 Communications During the Procurement ................................................................................ 17
4.14 Unexpected Closure or Delays .................................................................................................. 17
4.15 Taxes.......................................................................................................................................... 17
Town of Yarmouth RFP
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw,
and Permitting Processes
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4.16 Insurance.................................................................................................................................... 17
4.17 Licenses and Permits ................................................................................................................. 17
4.18 Public Records Law................................................................................................................... 18
5. FORM OF SUBMISSION .................................................................................................................. 19
5.1 Technical Proposal .................................................................................................................... 19
5.2 Price Proposal ............................................................................................................................ 20
6. PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................ 21
7. EVALUATION CRITERIA ............................................................................................................... 23
7.1 EXPERIENCE:.......................................................................................................................... 23
7.2 PAST PERFORMANCE:.......................................................................................................... 23
7.3 STAFFING: ............................................................................................................................... 24
7.4 PROJECT APPROACH AND UNDERSTANDING: .............................................................. 24
7.5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND ABILITY TO MEET THE PROJECT SCHEDULE: ...... 25
7.6 QUALITY AND RESPONSIVENESS OF THE PROPOSAL................................................. 25
8. APPENDICES .................................................................................................................................... 26
8.1 Appendix 1 – Documents Provided as Separate Files ............................................................... 26
8.1.1 Exhibit 1 - Standard Professional Services Agreement......................................................... 26
8.2 RFP Attachments (Included in this RFP) .................................................................................. 26
8.2.1 PRICE PROPOSAL WORKSHEET .................................................................................... 27
8.2.2 CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED BY LAW......................................................................... 29
Town of Yarmouth RFP
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw,
and Permitting Processes
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1. LEGAL NOTICE
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw, and Permitting Processes
The Town of Yarmouth, acting through its Town Administrator, hereby requests proposals from qualified
professional firms to provide consultant services for amendments to the Town's Design Standards, Zoning
Bylaw, and Permitting Processes, in accordance with the specifications set forth in this Request for Proposals
(RFP).
This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws,
Chapter 30B, Uniform Procurement Act, Section 6. The contract will be awarded in accordance with the
requirements of Chapter 30B. If it becomes necessary to revise any part of this RFP or provide additional
information, the Town will issue a written addendum.
Copies of the Request for Proposals (RFP) will be available beginning August 4, 2026, on the Town of
Yarmouth website at https://yarmouth.ma.us/bids.aspx.
A response to this RFP must consist of a separate Technical Proposal and a separate Price Proposal, each
submitted in a separately sealed envelope. Respondents shall comply with the submission requirements and
instructions contained in this RFP. Failure to do so may result in the proposal being deemed nonresponsive.
Proposals must be received by the Town Administrator's Office, Yarmouth Town Hall, 1146 Route 28, South
Yarmouth, MA 02664, no later than 3:00 p.m. on August 26, 2026. Technical Proposals will be opened
privately in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30B.
The Town of Yarmouth reserves the right to cancel this RFP, reject any or all proposals, waive minor
informalities, or take any other action deemed to be in the best interest of the Town, consistent with applicable
law.
Town of Yarmouth RFP
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw,
and Permitting Processes
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1. INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND
1.1 Purpose.
The Town of Yarmouth, through its Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), is soliciting proposals from qualified
firms for Consulting and Planning Services to assist Town Staff and the Planning Board with modifications
to the Architectural & Site Design Standards, the Design Review and Site Plan Review processes, the
Zoning Bylaw, and permitting processes to promote mixed-use development along the Route 28 corridor.
The selected Consultant will work closely with Town Staff, the Planning Board, and other boards and
committees, as appropriate, throughout the project to evaluate existing regulations, develop recommended
amendments, and prepare the materials necessary to facilitate implementation of the proposed changes.
This solicitation is being conducted in accordance with the provisions of Massachusetts General Laws,
Chapter 30B, Uniform Procurement Act.
1.2 Goals & Objectives.
The Town of Yarmouth has recently completed our 2025 Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP), which outlines
distinct tasks and actions to be taken to meet our community goals. The 2025 Mixed-Use Analysis provided
additional recommendations related to redevelopment along Route 28 under our optional overlay zoning
districts (Village Centers Overlay District (VCOD); Revitalization Overlay Architectural District (ROAD);
and the Hotel/Motel Overlay District 1 (HMOD1)). Yarmouth would like to further the goals of the LCP
and the recommendations from the mixed-use studies with the following goals and objectives in mind:
a. Conduct a robust public and stakeholder engagement process throughout the project, including input
from those actively developing projects.
b. Develop proposed revisions to the Architectural & Site Design Standards and the VCOD Design
Standards to make them easier to implement by developers as well as Town Staff.
c. Develop Zoning Bylaw amendments that may improve the financial viability for mixed-use
redevelopment projects in our optional overlay districts along Route 28 (VCOD, ROAD, HMOD1).
d. Develop revisions to the Zoning Bylaw that help to consolidate, simplify or clarify the Design
Review, Site Plan Review Team, and VCOD Site Plan Review processes, goals, and objectives, in
accordance with recent modifications to MGL Ch 40A related to Site Plan Review.
e. Develop revisions to simplify and streamline the permitting processes for all optional overlay districts
along Route 28 (VCOD, ROAD, HMOD1).
f. Outline clear recommendations and proposed changes to allow the Planning Board to take the next
steps to implement amendments.
1.3 Decision to Use RFP Process.
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to select a consultant team with demonstrated experience
in land use planning, zoning, design standards, permitting process improvements, public engagement, and
mixed-use redevelopment planning. The RFP process enables the Town to evaluate the qualifications,
experience, technical approach, and capacity of each proposer to complete this project successfully.
Town of Yarmouth RFP
Consultant Services for Amendments to Design Standards, Zoning Bylaw,
and Permitting Processes
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