Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments - Management Consultant for RCPWG - 2026
Association of Monterey Bay Area GovernmentsMPO · Monterey, CA- Due
- Jul 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amaury Berteaud
- (831) 264-5089
The 30-second brief
The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG) is seeking a management consultant to support the Regional Climate Project Working Group (RCPWG) across Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties. The selected consultant will provide ongoing project management, oversee daily operations, coordinate local, regional, state, federal, and philanthropic funding opportunities, and assist with project and proposal development for $5-$30 million grant applications. Services include agenda setting, meeting facilitation for virtual and in-person gatherings, website maintenance, file sharing platform management, stakeholder outreach, and monthly progress reporting. The contract has a maximum budget of $320,000 and is expected to run through June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by July 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. PDT, following a question deadline of June 26, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize qualifications and staff experience, project understanding, past project experience, and cost or best value.
Written monthly progress reports, Ongoing operation maintenance of file sharing platform and website, Agenda setting and meeting facilitation for Strategy Team meetings and subcommittees, Tracking and reporting on funding opportunities, And completed funding application packages with project budgets and narratives.
Qualifications and staffing (25), Project experience (20), Project understanding (25), Cost or Best Value (30)
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Summary
The Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments (AMBAG) is seeking a management consultant to support the Regional Climate Project Working Group (RCPWG) across Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties.
The selected consultant will provide ongoing project management, oversee daily operations, coordinate local, regional, state, federal, and philanthropic funding opportunities, and assist with project and proposal development for $5-$30 million grant applications. Services include agenda setting, meeting facilitation for virtual and in-person gatherings, website maintenance, file sharing platform management, stakeholder outreach, and monthly progress reporting. The contract has a maximum budget of $320,000 and is expected to run through June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by July 20, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. PDT, following a question deadline of June 26, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize qualifications and staff experience, project understanding, past project experience, and cost or best value.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Written monthly progress reports, Ongoing operation maintenance of file sharing platform and website, Agenda setting and meeting facilitation for Strategy Team meetings and subcommittees, Tracking and reporting on funding opportunities, And completed funding application packages with project budgets and narratives.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cost Estimate form (RFP Attachment A)
- Subconsultant List (RFP Attachment B)
- Affirmative Action Policy
- DBE information and participation documentation
- Federal Tax Form W-9
- California Levine Act Disclosure Statement
- Lobbying Certification (SF-LLL)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Monterey, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amaury Berteaud.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Amaury Berteaud at (831) 264-5089. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written monthly progress reports, Ongoing operation maintenance of file sharing platform and website, Agenda setting and meeting facilitation for Strategy Team meetings and subcommittees, Tracking and reporting on funding opportunities, And completed funding application packages with project budgets. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Qualifications and staffing (25), Project experience (20), Project understanding (25), Cost or Best Value (30)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cost Estimate form (RFP Attachment A), Subconsultant List (RFP Attachment B), Affirmative Action Policy, DBE information and participation documentation, Federal Tax Form W-9, California Levine Act Di. Review the full document from Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Monterey, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.