LANSING EQUITABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (LEED) INITIATIVE

The Lansing Economic Development Corporation (Lansing EDC) invites qualified firms and multidisciplinary teams to submit proposals for community-based neighborhood planning and activation services under the Lansing Equitable Economic Development (LEED) Initiative – Targeted Redevelopment Program.

This effort supports Mayor-Designated Neighborhoods of Focus and is designed to advance equitable, community-driven redevelopment in historically disinvested areas of Lansing.

Project Overview

Lansing EDC is seeking a team to lead planning and engagement processes for two targeted neighborhoods:

• Willow–Walnut Neighborhood
• Baker–Donora Neighborhood

The selected firm(s) will work closely with Lansing EDC, City departments, and residents to:

• Build trust and relationships in the community
• Identify redevelopment opportunities
• Align neighborhood priorities with market realities
• Create investment-ready strategies
• Support future public and private investment

This work goes beyond producing plans and emphasizes neighborhood activation and implementation.

Key Dates

• RFQP Opens: February 9, 2026
• Deadline for Questions: March 15, 2026
• Proposals Due: March 27, 2026 by 5:00 PM (ET)
• Review & Selection: March 30 – April 13, 2026
• Anticipated Project Period: May 1 – October 31, 2026