RFP for Small Area Plan for Gateway 401

The Town of Rolesville is seeking qualified planning, engineering, and economic development firms to develop a Small Area Plan for the “Gateway 401” commercial corridor at U.S. 401 and South Main Street. The plan will establish a data‑driven vision, engage stakeholders, assess site conditions, conduct market and feasibility analyses, produce conceptual renderings, and deliver a roadmap for attracting developers. Proposals (max 10 pages, 3 hard copies + PDF) are due September 29, 2026. Selection will be based on local knowledge, relevant experience, staff capability, and ability to meet deadlines; top firms may be invited to in‑person interviews. • Scope includes visioning, stakeholder engagement, site‑condition review, market analysis, highest‑and‑best‑use study, and visual renderings. • Required deliverables: written plan, graphics, and implementation strategy. • Firm must demonstrate recent (≤7 years) experience with similar municipal corridor or small‑area studies. • Submission to Economic Development Manager Mical McFarland, Rolesville, NC.