Request for Proposals: Washington, DC Retail Strategy & Study

The Washington DC Economic Partnership (WDCEP), with support from the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (DMPED), seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a citywide Retail Study.

The study will:

  • Assess current and emerging retail trends across Washington, DC.
  • Evaluate opportunities and challenges in the District’s retail market.
  • Provide insights to guide retail attraction, retention, and neighborhood revitalization.
  • Inform policies and investment strategies that strengthen DC’s position as a competitive, vibrant, and business-friendly market.

The final deliverables will help shape retail attraction efforts, support the District’s growth agenda, and ensure that retail continues to play a vital role in the city’s economy and neighborhoods.

Proposal deadline: October 6, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (EST)

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