City of Fort Collins

Buyer seeks to develop a Sign Standards and Messaging Manual for the Natural Areas Department. The manual will set departmental standards for public-facing signs, improve signage to protect natural areas and visitors, and provide a high-quality visitor experience. The project includes reviewing existing signs, developing design standards, and creating a comprehensive signage approach across natural area sites.

• 10/7/2024 - Question deadline
• 10/11/2024 - Final Addendum Issued
• 10/18/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 10/28/2024 - Interviews (tentative)
• 11/1/2024 - Award of Contract (tentative)
• 6/1/2025 - Completion of project

• Experience with similar projects, graphic design experience, communications experience and training

• Review existing sign inventory and design concepts
• Develop visitor journeys and sign placement guidelines
• Create standard designs for each sign type
• Document and standardize sign planning processes
• Simplify and standardize sign design and messages
• Provide recommendations for incorporating key elements into other communications
• Prepare draft and final sign manual documents
• Translate sign messages into Spanish
• Develop implementation recommendations and prioritization plan