Requests for Proposals and Qualifications

Request for Proposals (RFP) - Economic Development Action Plan

The City of Fife is seeking proposals from qualified firms to develop a forward-thinking Economic Development Action Plan. With major regional infrastructure investments underway, including Sound Transit’s light rail extension and WSDOT’s SR 167/509 Gateway project, Fife is poised for transformative growth. The selected firm will deliver actionable strategies to support business retention, transit-oriented development, and a diversified and sustainable taxbase to support a thriving community. The plan will align with the City’s newly adopted Comprehensive Plan and emphasize stakeholder engagement and implementation focused outcomes.

Firms interested in submitting must provide a complete response addressing the proposal requirements spelled out in the RFP, including project approach, proposed scope, project schedule, estimated fee by task and team member, and qualifications. The full RFP and all supporting documents, including Exhibit A (draft scope of work) and Exhibit B (standard professional services agreement), can be accessed here: https://www.fifewa.gov/bids.aspx