RFP: Comprehensive Site Plan

Leslie Science & Nature Center

The Leslie Science & Nature Center (LSNC) is seeking a qualified planning consultant or multidisciplinary team to develop a Comprehensive Site Plan for the LSNC campus located at 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan.

This work will produce a single, comprehensive, and prioritized Plan that integrates existing studies, community and stakeholder input, nonprofit vision, and city infrastructure realities.

The Plan will guide capital investment, operations, and maintenance priorities over a 15-20 year horizon at the LSNC campus.

Key areas of integration include:

  • Existing studies

  • Community and stakeholder input

  • Nonprofit vision

  • City infrastructure realities

The Plan will also serve as a roadmap for the ongoing partnership between LSNC and the City of Ann Arbor, informing how each party plans, prioritizes, and funds improvements to this shared and beloved public asset.

Timeline

Milestone Date
RFP Issued May 21
Optional Site Tour May 28, 12:00-1:30 PM
Questions Due June 1, 5:00 PM
Responses Posted June 3, 5:00 PM
Proposals Due June 10, 5:00 PM
Shortlist Interviews (if needed) June 15
Contract Award By June 19
Anticipated Completion March 2027

Resources

📄 RFP Document | View Here →

❓ Submit Questions
Questions must be submitted by June 1 at 5:00 PM.

💬 Questions & Answers
Responses will be posted to this webpage by June 3 at 5:00 PM.

📥 Proposal Submission
Proposals are due by June 10 at 5:00 PM.

Questions & Answers

Responses to submitted questions will be posted here by June 3 at 5:00 PM.

This section will be updated as questions are received and reviewed.