Big Darby Creek Biodiversity Plan

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking a qualified consulting firm to develop the Big Darby Creek Biodiversity and Conservation Action Plan. The effort includes integrating watershed data, creating technical watershed‑management tools (model ordinances, green‑infrastructure storm‑water practices), leading public outreach, and producing a professionally designed final plan document. The contractor will collaborate with ODNR staff and support local jurisdictions in implementing the technical tools. • Develop technical watershed‑management tools (model ordinances, green infrastructure practices). • Integrate data from the Central Ohio Integrated Prioritization System model. • Conduct public outreach (meetings, fact sheets, newsletters, social media, media liaison). • Produce the final plan document with graphic design, layout, and supporting technical content. • Coordinate with local jurisdictions to facilitate implementation of the plan’s recommendations.