EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY- TOWNSEND POLICE DEPARTMENT

2025 Hunger Action Day – Food Drive at Townsend Town Hall

Townsend Town Hall is proud to join the Food Bank of Delaware in recognizing Hunger Action Day by hosting a community Food Drive.

📍 Location: Townsend Town Hall
📅 Date: September 8th through September 12th
🕗 Time: 8:00 am to 4:00pm

We invite all residents and friends of Townsend to participate in this effort to help combat hunger in our community. By donating non-perishable food items, you are making a direct impact on families who need it most.

Suggested Donation Items:

• Canned fruits and vegetables

• Peanut butter

• Pasta and rice

• Cereal and oatmeal

• Shelf-stable proteins (tuna, chicken, beans)

Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference. Together, we can take action and support our neighbors in need.

For more information on Hunger Action Day, visit the Food Bank of Delaware website Here

Let’s stand together as a community against hunger. 💛

Help Shape Townsend’s Lighting Improvements – Take Our Survey!

The Town of Townsend is considering several lighting improvement projects to enhance safety, visibility, and community enjoyment in key areas around Town. We want to hear from YOU to help determine which projects should be prioritized.

Proposed Lighting Improvement Locations:

1. Park Lighting – Parking lots and walking path entrances at the Town Park

2. South Street – From 483 South Street heading toward Gray Street

3. Edgar Road – Between 162 Edgar Road and 157 Edgar Road

4. Caldwell Corner Road – Between Katlyn Drive and Edgar Road

5. Main Street – From 137 Main Street to the Fire Department

Your input is important! Please take a few minutes to share your feedback by completing our short survey.

Survey closes Sunday, August 31st, 2025 . Let’s work together to keep Townsend safe, bright, and welcoming!

Notice: Pickleball Court Repairs at Townsend Park

The Town of Townsend would like to inform residents that repairs to the Pickleball Court at the Town Park will be taking place Monday, August 18th through Friday, August 22nd, 2025.

During this time, our contractor will be addressing maintenance items to ensure the court remains safe, functional, and enjoyable for all players. Work will include surface repairs, drainage improvements, and minor touch-ups to extend the life of the facility.

The Pickleball Court will remain open to the public throughout the repair period, and no disruptions to play are anticipated. Crews will work in designated areas to allow continued use of the court while minimizing any inconvenience.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while we complete these improvements. Our goal is to maintain high-quality recreational spaces for the Townsend community to enjoy year-round.

For questions or concerns, please contact Townsend Town Hall at 302-378-8082 or townhall@townsend.delaware.gov 

Warm Regards, 

Julie Goodyear

Town Manager

NOTICE TO BIDDERS: ROAD REPAVING PROJECT – BROOK RAMBLE

NOTICE TO BIDDERS: ROAD REPAVING PROJECT – BROOK RAMBLE

The Town of Townsend is accepting sealed proposals from qualified contractors for the milling, repaving, and associated improvements of Brook Ramble Road. This project includes roadway surface removal, base repair (if needed), repaving, line striping, and site restoration as specified in the contract documents.

Project Overview:

• Location: Brook Ramble Road, Townsend, DE

• Scope of Work: Milling and overlay of approximately [insert approximate linear feet or square footage if known], including all necessary surface preparations, traffic control, and compliance with applicable standards.

• Contract Type: Unit price contract with specifications defined in the RFP.

Important Dates:

• Open Date:Jun 18th 2025, 8:00 AM EDT
• Questions Due Date:Jul 10th 2025, 5:00 PM EDT
• Close Date:Jul 16th 2025, 10:00 AM EDT

How to Apply:

All interested contractors must submit their proposals through the PennBid Bonfire platform. Full bid specifications, submission instructions, contract requirements, and evaluation criteria can be found at the following link:

👉 https://pennbid.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/191126

Please ensure you are registered with Bonfire to access and upload documents.

Additional Information:

• All work must conform to DelDOT standards and specifications, as well as local municipal codes.

• Contractor must be bonded and insured.

• The Town of Townsend reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, in whole or in part, and to waive any informalities or irregularities in the best interest of the Town.

We Want Your Input! Help Us Decide the Future of the Old County Park Property

The Town of Townsend is exploring options for the future use of the old County park property, and we want to hear from YOU — our residents and property owners!

We’re asking the community to participate in a brief survey to help guide our decision. The survey presents two options for consideration:

• Option #1: Improve and enhance the current park features, keeping it a traditional park with a playground.

• Option #2: Convert the park into a designated dog park.

Your feedback will help ensure that the chosen path reflects the interests and needs of our community.

🗓 Please complete the survey by July 31st, 2025.

Thank you for taking a moment to help shape the future of this community space!

Town of Townsend-Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Request for Proposals (RFP): Code Review & Inspection Services

Date Issued: Friday, May 23, 2025
Proposal Due: Monday, June 30, 2025 by 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is now accepting proposals from qualified firms or individuals for Code Review and Inspection Services. As development activity in the town continues to grow, we are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced partner to support municipal staff in ensuring construction projects meet all relevant building, safety, zoning, and environmental codes.

This RFP outlines the scope of services required, including plan review, permitting assistance, field inspections, and code compliance oversight. The selected firm will work closely with the Town to ensure a safe and orderly development process, enhancing our community through professional and consistent code enforcement.

Scope of Work Includes:

• Permitting coordination

• Construction oversight

• Architectural and engineering plan reviews

• Site inspections

• Reporting and correction notices

• Additional services as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certification to perform inspections in Delaware

• Minimum 5 years of relevant municipal experience

• Insurance coverage meeting Town requirements

Submission Requirements:
Proposals must include a cover letter, company qualifications, key personnel details, references, fee schedule, proof of insurance, and required licenses.

Evaluation Criteria:
Proposals will be reviewed based on experience, understanding of the project, past performance, cost, and local knowledge.

Deadline for Proposal Submission:
Monday, June 30, 2025, by 4:00 PM
Late submissions will not be considered.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
📧 jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov
📞 (302) 378-8082

Questions?
Submit inquiries to Julie Goodyear by Tuesday, June 3, 2025. A Contractor Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Town Hall.

For complete RFP details, visit: https://townsend.delaware.gov

RFP- Code & Inspection Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Town of Townsend – Request for Proposals (RFP) for Engineering Services

Posted: May 23, 2025
Proposal Deadline: June 30, 2025 @ 4:00 PM

The Town of Townsend is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide professional services to support the Town’s infrastructure projects and municipal engineering needs. The selected firm will assist with planning, design, permitting, construction oversight, and other related services vital to our growing community.

Scope of Services Includes (but is not limited to):

• Preliminary Engineering & Planning

• Design Services

• Permitting Assistance

• Bidding & Procurement Support

• Construction Oversight

• Additional Municipal Engineering Services

The contract will be for a one-year term with the possibility of annual renewals for up to three additional years, based on performance.

Proposal Submission Deadline:
All proposals must be received by Monday, June 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM at the address listed below. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Submit Proposals To:
Town of Townsend
Attn: Julie Goodyear, Town Manager
141 Main Street, PO Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
Email: jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov 
Phone: 302-378-8082

Pre-Bid Meeting:
A Contractors Bidding Meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Town Hall. Questions must be submitted by Tuesday, June 3, 2025.

More Information:
To view the full RFP and submission requirements, please visit https://townsend.delaware.gov or contact Town Hall.

RFP- Engineering Services

NOTICE OF BID OPENING- CODE REVIEW & INSPECTION SERVICES

Notice of Bid Opening- Code Review & Inspection Services

We Want Your Input: Tax Rate Adjustment Survey

As we plan for the upcoming fiscal year, our town is facing the need for a tax rate adjustment to ensure we can continue providing essential services and maintaining infrastructure.

We are considering two options for how to implement this adjustment:

• Option 1: Apply the full adjustment in the upcoming fiscal year.

• Option 2: Spread the adjustment evenly over the next two fiscal years to reduce the immediate impact.

We’re asking property owners and residents to help guide this decision by completing a brief survey.

https://forms.office.com/r/55RhuVgQfv 

Survey closes on Monday, May 26th, 2025

Your feedback is important and will directly inform how we move forward. Thank you for taking the time to share your input!

For questions, please contact Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at 302-378-8082 or via email jgoodyear@townsend.delaware.gov