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Reference Number

0000408069

Issuing Organization

Denver Zoological Foundation, Inc.

Owner Organization

Denver Zoological Foundation

Solicitation Type

RFP - Request for Proposal (Formal)

Solicitation Number

RFP-2025-1803

Title

Denver Zoo 2026 Facility Master Plan

Source ID

PU.AG.USA.2472028.C14526001

Details

Location

United States, Colorado, Denver County

Purchase Type

Duration: 8 months

Piggyback Contract

Description

The Denver Zoological Foundation (DZCA) is seeking qualified firms to develop a comprehensive Facility Master Plan for its approximately 80-acre campus. The Plan will guide phased campus improvements over a 7- to 12-year period and support DZCA’s long-term operational, programmatic, and capital planning.

The 2026 Facility Master Plan will build on existing assets while establishing a forward-looking vision for a world-class zoo that responds to climate realities, reflects the Zoo’s Colorado setting, and advances DZCA’s mission to inspire communities to save wildlife for future generations.

Successful completion of this project will require a collaborative, stakeholder-driven planning process and the ability to deliver the scope of work on schedule and within budget.

Dates

Publication

12/30/2025 12:41 PM MST

Bid Intent

Not Available

Question Acceptance Deadline

01/14/2026 03:00 PM MST

Questions are submitted online

Yes

Closing Date

01/30/2026 03:00 PM MST

Job-Walk Visit

01/07/2026 09:00 AM MST

Contact Information

Olivia Stockert

404-909-2569

ostockert@denverzoo.org

Pre-Bidding Events

Event Type

Job-Walk Visit

Attendance

Mandatory

Event date

01/07/2026 09:00 AM MST

Location

Main Zoo Entrance, 2300 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80205

Event Note

RSVP Required: Respond via Bidnet by January 5, 2026 with:
Firm name
Names and titles of attendees (maximum 3 representatives per firm)
Contact phone number

Attendance Requirement: Attendance is mandatory for the prime consultant firm. At least one key personnel member who will be directly involved in the project (Project Manager or Principal-in-Charge) must attend. Firms that do not attend will not be evaluated.

Subconsultants are encouraged but not required to attend. The tour will not be repeated; firms are responsible for sharing information with their subconsultant teams.

Weather: Tour will proceed rain or shine except in the event of snow that makes travel hazardous. Dress appropriately for outdoor walking on variable terrain. Comfortable walking shoes required. If snow is forecast, potential proposers should check Bidnet as the Zoo will provide updates regarding the tour there.

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Bid Submission Process

Bid Submission Type

Electronic Bid Submission

Pricing

Lump sum

Bid Documents List

Item Name	Description	Mandatory	Limited to 1 file
Bid Documents	Documents defining the proposal	No	No
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Additional Bidding Instructions

All proposers must include the following completed forms with their proposal submission. Proposals missing required forms may be deemed non-responsive.

Mandatory Forms (must be included with proposal):
- Cover Sheet with Signature - Signed by authorized representative
- References Form - Minimum 3 references with complete contact information, at least one of which is from a zoo that is accredited by the AZA
- Completed fee proposal template
- Certification of Compliance - Certifying ability to meet insurance requirements
Forms Required Upon Selection (if selected as finalist)
- Certificate of Insurance - Meeting requirements specified in Contract Terms
- Professional Liability Insurance Certificate - $2M minimum coverage
- Financial Statements - Most recent audited financials or equivalent
- Contractor Agreement - Signed agreement using DZCA template
- W-9 Form
Optional Supporting Documents
- Certifications (MBE/WBE, professional registrations, etc.)
- Awards and recognition
- Additional project examples beyond the 3 required

Note: Forms referenced as appendices will be provided as fillable PDFs on the DZCA procurement website and included in the RFP Documents package.

Disclaimer Thank you for your interest in our bid opportunities and we welcome you to submit a response. Please be sure to review and comply with all specifications and requirements.