Consulting Services for Downtown Overlay Zone and Downtown District Use

The Downtown Investment Authority in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking consulting services to update its downtown overlay zone and downtown district use regulations. The agency aims to improve the clarity, consistency, and usability of these regulations to streamline downtown development. To support this effort, the agency requires the creation of a companion, visually oriented Design Guidelines document that translates regulatory requirements into clear, user-friendly visual guidance without establishing new policy. The selected consultant must document and summarize stakeholder feedback in a format that integrates directly into the ordinance revisions and the new Design Guidelines. This outreach process requires coordination with the Parks department and other relevant stakeholders to align development interfaces with the Riverwalk Park Design Criteria and ensure consistent application along the riverfront. The agency requires all contracted work to be performed offsite at the vendor's own office location. Only onshore organizations based in the United States are eligible to submit proposals for this opportunity. The agency has not disclosed a specific budget and is currently looking for proposals to determine the cost of the project. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than June 2, 2026.