Provide Professional Consulting Services for a Comprehensive Jesse

Agency:	State Government of Louisiana
State:	Louisiana
Type of Government:	State & Local
NAICS Category:	541611 - Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services 541618 - Other Management Consulting Services 541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Posted Date:	Oct 29, 2025
Due Date:	Dec 5, 2025
Solicitation No:	JPP-RFP-0509
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Bid Number	Description	Date Issued	Bid Open Date/Time
JPP-RFP-0509	Provide Professional Consulting Services for a Comprehensive Jesse Owens Neighborhood Study under the RCIP pROGRAM Original: JPP-RFP-0509	10/29/2025	12/05/2025 3:30:00 PM CT

Contact Information for Bid # JPP-RFP-0509

Department	Non State - Jefferson Parish Purchasing Department
Section	Jefferson Parish Purchasing
Dept Code	JPP
Contact	Misty Camardelle
Address	200 Derbigny St., Suite 4400 Gretna, LA 70053
Phone	504-364-2678
Fax	504-364-2693
Email	purchasing@jeffparish.net

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Provide Professional Consulting Services

for a Comprehensive Jesse Owens Neighborhood Study

under the Resilient Communities’ Infrastructure Program (RCIP)

RFP No.: 0509

Proposal Receipt Date: December 5, 2025

Proposal Receipt Time: 3:30 p.m.

Jefferson Parish

Department of Purchasing

200 Derbigny Street, Suite 4400

Gretna, LA 70053

(504) 364-2678

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I – ADMINISTRATIVE AND GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 1

1.1 Background ............................................................................................................... 1

1.2 Purpose ..................................................................................................................... 2

1.3 Goals and Objectives ................................................................................................ 2

1.4 Proposer Preferred Qualifications ............................................................................. 3

1.5 Schedule of Events ................................................................................................... 3

1.6 Proposal Submittal .................................................................................................... 4

1.7 Proposal Response Format....................................................................................... 4

1.8 Number of Response Copies .................................................................................... 7

1.9 Legibility/Clarity ......................................................................................................... 7

1.10 Pre-proposal Conference ........................................................................................ 7

1.11 Written Inquiries ...................................................................................................... 7

1.12 Inquiry Periods ........................................................................................................ 7

1.13 Required Signed and Notarized Affidavits ............................................................... 8

1.14 Proposal Guarantee ................................................................................................ 9

1.15 Performance Bond .................................................................................................. 9

1.16 Fidelity Bond Requirements .................................................................................... 9

1.17 Proposal Validity...................................................................................................... 9

1.18 Revisions, Withdrawals, Protest Procedures........................................................... 9

1.19 Cost of Offer Preparation ........................................................................................ 9

1.20 Acceptance of Proposal Content ........................................................................... 10

1.21 Interviews, Written or Oral Discussions/Presentations .......................................... 10

1.22 Standard Terms and Conditions and Non-negotiable Contract Terms .................. 10

1.23 Taxes .................................................................................................................... 11

1.24 Selected Proposer’s Responsibilities .................................................................... 11

1.25 Sub-Contractor Requirements............................................................................... 11

1.26 Insurance Requirements ....................................................................................... 11

1.27 Subcontractor Insurance ....................................................................................... 11

1.28 No Guarantee of Quantities................................................................................... 11

1.29 Contract Negotiations............................................................................................ 12

1.30 Cancellation of RFP or Rejection of Proposals ..................................................... 12

1.31 Evaluation and Selection ....................................................................................... 12

1.32 Indemnification ...................................................................................................... 14

1.33 Payment for Services ............................................................................................ 14

1.34 Termination ........................................................................................................... 15

1.35 Assignment ........................................................................................................... 15

1.36 EEOC and ADA Compliance ................................................................................. 16

1.37 Audit of Records.................................................................................................... 16

1.38 Record Retention .................................................................................................. 16

1.39 Record Ownership................................................................................................. 16

1.40 Content of Contract/Order of Precedence ............................................................. 17

1.41 Contract Changes ................................................................................................. 17

1.42 Substitution of Personnel ...................................................................................... 17

1.43 Force Majeure ....................................................................................................... 17

1.44 Governing Law ...................................................................................................... 17

1.45 Claims or Controversies ........................................................................................ 17

PART II – SCOPE OF WORK/SERVICES .................................................................... 18

2.1 Scope of Work/Services .......................................................................................... 18

2.2 Period of Agreement ............................................................................................... 18

2.3 Price Proposal (Price Schedule).............................................................................. 18

2.4 Deliverables ............................................................................................................ 19

2.5 Location................................................................................................................... 19

2.6 Financial Profile....................................................................................................... 21

2.7 Technical Proposal Elements .................................................................................. 22

PART III – FEDERAL CONTRACT PROVISIONS ........................................................ 22

3.1 Federal Contract Provisions .................................................................................... 22

3.2 Non-Debarment and Anti-Lobbying Certifications ................................................... 22

3.3 MWBE/MBE ............................................................................................................. 23

PART IV – EVALUATION.............................................................................................. 23

4.1 Evaluation Criteria ................................................................................................... 23

PART V – PERFORMANCE STANDARDS .................................................................. 24

5.1 Performance Requirements ..................................................................................... 24

5.2 Performance Measurement/Evaluation.................................................................... 24

PART VI – ATTACHMENTS AND APPENDICES ......................................................... 25

ATTACHMENT “A” – Insurance Requirements

ATTACHMENT “B” – Price Proposal

ATTACHMENT “C” – CDBG-DR Compliance Terms

Appendix A - Debarment/Suspension Form

Appendix B - Anti-Lobbying Form

ATTACHMENT “D” – Signature Page

ATTACHMENT “E”– Corporate Resolution

ATTACHMENT “F”– Request for Proposal Affidavit

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR

A COMPREHENSIVE JESSE OWENS NEIGHBORHOOD STUDY UNDER THE

RESILIENT COMMUNITIES’ INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (RCIP) (26LDRC7502)

PART I – ADMINISTRATIVE AND GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Background

This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks a firm to complete a comprehensive “Jesse Owens

Neighborhood Planning Study” (also referred to as the “Project”) to determine community

needs, establish long-term goals, and identify actionable project(s) to improve the economic

revitalization in the area and amenities at the park that assist the neighborhood in flood

mitigation and upgraded recreational facilities. The project is part of Jefferson Parish's larger

recovery and revitalization efforts but focuses exclusively on the Jesse Owens Neighborhood

to ensure targeted impact. The initiative aligns with resilience strategies outlined in the Parish's

2020 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update and the LA SAFE Adaptation Strategies of 2019.

The “Jesse Owens Neighborhood Planning Study” project is funded by Community

Development Block Grant- Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds under the Resilient

Communities Infrastructure Program (RCIP), granted to Jefferson Parish by the Louisiana

Office of Community Development–Disaster Recovery (“LOCD-DR”). RCIP was established

under the State’s Action Plan for the Utilization of CDBG-DR Grant Funds in Response to 2020

and 2021 Federal Declarations Disasters1 and ensuing Action Plan Amendments. Through RCIP

the state and Parish seeks to address unmet needs in the area of infrastructure across impacted

areas in order to expand upon and improve resilient communities. The goal is to reduce the

overall risk to the population and structures from future hazard events, while also reducing

reliance on federal funding in future disasters.

The Jesse Owens neighborhood community is located between the Mississippi River and

Airline Highway near the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. The area was

severely impacted by Hurricane Ida, increasing the need for attention for prioritization of

investments recovery and revitalization. Low to moderate (LMI) income neighborhoods,

inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of storm resiliency have made it difficult for this community

to rebound effectively from disasters, leaving residents vulnerable to future events. The Jesse

Owens Playground, a central community asset, has fallen into disrepair and requires substantial

revitalization and development efforts to ensure it serves as beneficial greenspace and flood

mitigation infrastructure. This project aims to address these community challenges through

engage community members and identifying the most impactful actions for improving the

neighborhood’s stability and resilience through effective investment in local green and built

infrastructure.

Jefferson Parish seeks professional services from experienced firms qualified to:

• Complete an analysis in the Jesse Owens Neighborhood to identify and prioritize

community needs and establish immediate and long-term goals to improve the area;

1 Action Plan link: 2020-2021 Storms Action Plans - Louisiana Division of Administration; Louisiana Office of Community

Development website.

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• Involve public and stakeholder outreach and engagement to identify priorities for

improvements and development of green infrastructure project and other investments to

support the priorities identified;

• Identify and develop preliminary scope and conceptual design for actionable projects to

improve the amenities at the park and nearby area that assist the neighborhood in flood

mitigation and upgraded recreational facilities to support the development of a project

application to OCD under RCIP.

1.2 Purpose

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to obtain competitive proposals as allowed

by Jefferson Parish Code of Ordinances Section 2-895 from bona fide, qualified Proposers who

are interested in providing the Scope of Work as defined in Part II hereof. By submitting a

proposal, Proposer agrees to comply with all provisions of Louisiana law as well as compliance

with the Jefferson Parish Code of Ordinances, Louisiana Code of Ethics, applicable Jefferson

Parish ethical standards and Jefferson Parish (hereinafter sometimes referred to as the “Parish”)

standard terms and conditions as adopted by Jefferson Parish Council Resolution. Proposers

will also adhere to compliance requirements under the administration of HUD CDBG-DR funds

(See Attachment “C”).

The selected firm must demonstrate expertise in urban planning, community engagement,

green infrastructure development, and project design to successfully advance the purpose of

this initiative.

1.3 Goals and Objectives

With this project, Jefferson Parish aims to achieve the key tasks:

• Community Needs Assessment: Perform an in-depth analysis to identify and prioritize

the neighborhood’s immediate and long-term needs, establishing clear goals for

improvement.

• Public & Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate a robust and inclusive engagement

process to gather input from residents, community leaders, and stakeholders. This

engagement will help define priorities for neighborhood enhancements, including green

infrastructure projects and other strategic investments.

• Project Identification & Preliminary Conceptual Design: Develop a preliminary scope

and conceptual designs for actionable projects aimed at improving park amenities and

surrounding areas. These projects will be designed to support flood mitigation efforts

and enhance recreational facilities, ensuring alignment with community needs and

resilience strategies.

• Data Components to Support Application Development: Provide key data and analysis

to allow the Parish to prepare a project application for the Louisiana Office of

Community Development (LOCD) under the Resilient Communities Infrastructure

Program (RCIP), ensuring that proposed projects meet eligibility and funding

requirements.

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This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.

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