RFP: Zoning Code Update for Village of Bemus

Notice is hereby given that the Village of Bemus Point, NY is seeking to retain a professional planning and design firm and/or teams (the “Consultant”) to provide services for the development of an updated zoning code for the Village of Bemus Point. This zoning update is being prepared with funding provided by the New York State Department of State (DOS)(the “Department”) Environmental Protection Fund’s Smart Growth Planning Program.

Sealed proposals will be received by the Office of the Bemus Point Village Clerk located at 13 Alburtus Street, P.O. Box 450, Bemus Point, NY 14712 by February 12th, 2025 at 12:00 PM.

The Village hereby notifies all Proposers that it is the policy of the Village to ensure nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, or sex in the award and administration of contracts.

Requests for modifications or clarifications of any requirement must be submitted in writing by email to: clerk@bemuspointny.org and mayor@bemuspointny.org or by U.S. Mail to the U.S. Postal Service address above. All such requests must be received by January 16 th, 2025 at 12:00 PM.

Proposals will be examined by the designated Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) and reported to the Bemus Point Village Board within thirty (30) calendar days after the proposals have been opened. The Village reserves the right to reject any and all proposals; to waive any irregularities or informalities in any proposal or in the proposal procedure; or, to postpone the proposal opening for good cause. Each Proposer will be notified of the award of contract if an award is made.

The RFP Documents are available for download on the Village's website: https://www.bemuspointny.org

Ultimately, it is the responsibility of the Proposer to check the Village's website for any addenda that may be issued relative to this RFP. II. Project Description

The Village of Bemus Point, New York is accepting proposals from qualified planning and design consultants to update its 1984 zoning code. Project activities will include a robust community engagement effort, a review and analysis of the existing code, and the development of a zoning code which will allow the Village to be more responsive to contemporary development challenges, preserve the character of the community and be implementable for a small rural village. 2 The zoning code will be developed in accordance with the Village’s adopted Comprehensive Plan, ensure a development pattern that is consistent with the municipalities-built form; guide future sustainable growth within the municipality; enhance local cultural identity; and protect natural and cultural resources