PROVIDE A COMPREHENSIVE GENERAL PLAN UPDATE

The City of Garden Grove is seeking a qualified consulting team to undertake a full update of its General Plan, including the Housing Element (7th RHNA), Climate Action Plan, Community Energy Plan, associated zoning code and map revisions, and a CEQA‑compliant Environmental Impact Report. The consultant will manage public‑participation activities, coordinate with multiple City departments, and deliver all statutory documents on a tightly defined schedule that culminates in Housing Element certification by October 2029. The contract value is approximately $2.3 million, with monthly progress reporting and a series of mandatory public hearings. • Scope covers General Plan, Housing Element, Climate Action Plan, Community Energy Plan, zoning code/map updates, and an EIR. • Required deliverables include draft and final documents, public‑outreach reports, monthly status updates, and final electronic files in native formats. • Timeline: bid due Sept 28 2026, award Dec 8 2026, project kickoff Dec 15 2026, final certification Oct 2029. • Budget ceiling ~ $2.3 M; payment on a not‑to‑exceed basis with invoices payable within 45 days. • Consultant must meet City vendor classifications, provide insurance, and demonstrate experience in urban planning, housing, climate, and CEQA processes.