The City of Sacramento is seeking qualified consulting teams to develop a comprehensive Parking Lot Greening Guidebook aimed at improving environmental sustainability and urban resilience. The project focuses on addressing the urban heat island effect and enhancing air quality through strategic tree planting and green infrastructure in parking lots. The selected consultant will conduct background research, stakeholder engagement, and technical analysis to identify best practices and barriers to compliance with existing shade ordinances. The guidebook will provide design, engineering, and maintenance recommendations, including cost-benefit analyses and conceptual solutions tailored to Sacramento’s climate and regulatory context. The project emphasizes voluntary compliance by property owners and businesses, supported by practical tools and incentives. This effort is federally funded and must adhere to associated procurement and reporting requirements. The final deliverable will serve as a practical resource for improving tree canopy coverage and promoting sustainable urban development.