The City of Evanston is seeking proposals from qualified urban design, planning, architecture, and/or design firms (or teams thereof) to develop an urban design, lead the community engagement process, and implementation (including procurement and installation) of a new downtown civic plaza. The project aims to transform the space into a vibrant and inviting hub for community gatherings, outdoor dining, cultural events, and placemaking initiatives. The selected firm will be responsible for creating a plan that incorporates outdoor dining furniture, festoon/festival lighting, gateway signage, intersection paint, train viaduct murals, and other exciting placemaking infrastructure. Incorporating elements that highlight the contributions of Evanston actors and musicians is vital to the success of the project.