Parks and Trails Signage & Wayfinding Standards & Strategy Plan

City of Redmond

Buyer seeks a qualified consultant to develop signage and wayfinding standards and implementation plan for parks, trails, and city facilities. The project includes assessment of existing signage, development of design standards, and creation of an implementation plan. Consultant will work with staff and community focus groups to develop standards that align with the Parks, Arts, Recreation, Culture and Conservation Plan and Redmond 2050 comprehensive plan.

• 5/16/2025 - RFP Announced
• 6/6/2025 - Proposals Due
• 6/6/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 6/30/2025 - Consultant Selected
• 6/30/2025 - Contract Negotiation
• 7/31/2025 - City Council Approval
• 7/31/2025 - Main Task Order Timeframe Start

• Assess existing signage and wayfinding systems in parks and trails
• Compile comprehensive inventory of current signage and wayfinding
• Identify system gaps or inconsistencies in current signage
• Develop design standards for various sign types
• Create graphics guidelines for typography, colors, and branding elements
• Recommend durable, weather-resistant, and sustainable materials
• Ensure compliance with ADA and universal design best practices
• Develop messaging guidelines including translation requirements
• Provide cost estimates for design, fabrication, and installation
• Create implementation plan with phased priorities
• Engage with Parks, Trails and Recreation Commission
• Work with Signage and Wayfinding Subcommittee
• Develop sign hierarchy for parks, trails, facilities and City-wide points
• Define order of signage and wayfinding installation
• Develop strategy for addressing existing signage
• Create key deliverables timeline
• Produce samples of similar wayfinding plans
• Align designs with city branding requirements
• Meet requirements of Redmond Zoning Code 21.44.010
• Conduct community focus groups