Atlanta Regional Commission - Community Engagement Platform - RFP793 (2026)
Atlanta Regional CommissionMPO · Atlanta, GA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Null
- (404) 463-3100
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide an online public engagement platform for local and regional plans and projects, including comprehensive plans, transportation plans, and land use plans. The platform requires outward-facing tools such as surveys and polls, map-based geographic marking tools, on-line meetings, virtual forums, data visualizations, live polling, formal public comment periods, and newsletters, alongside inward-focused features like citizen participation tracking, staff online meetings, consultant sharing, and data ownership. Additional capabilities include generative AI analysis of public input, data export, and demographic/geographic panel sorting. The scope entails three tasks: implementation and onboarding, platform licensing for up to 8 users with a public engagement dashboard, and annual service/support. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, with an estimated project budget not exceeding $76,000. Evaluation criteria comprise vendor experience (40%), technical capabilities and ease of use (40%), and cost (20%).
Task 1 – Implementation and Onboarding; Task 2 – Platform licensing/Public Engagement Dashboard (up to 8 platform licenses); Task 3 – Annual Service/Support for Community Engagement Platform
Experience (40%), technical capabilities and ease of use of the platform to meet needs (40%), cost (20%)
SUMMARY
The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide an online public engagement platform for local and regional plans and projects, including comprehensive plans, transportation plans, and land use plans.
The platform requires outward-facing tools such as surveys and polls, map-based geographic marking tools, on-line meetings, virtual forums, data visualizations, live polling, formal public comment periods, and newsletters, alongside inward-focused features like citizen participation tracking, staff online meetings, consultant sharing, and data ownership. Additional capabilities include generative AI analysis of public input, data export, and demographic/geographic panel sorting. The scope entails three tasks: implementation and onboarding, platform licensing for up to 8 users with a public engagement dashboard, and annual service/support. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, with an estimated project budget not exceeding $76,000. Evaluation criteria comprise vendor experience (40%), technical capabilities and ease of use (40%), and cost (20%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Experience (40%), technical capabilities and ease of use of the platform to meet needs (40%), cost (20%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Task 1 – Implementation and Onboarding
- Task 2 – Platform licensing/Public Engagement Dashboard (up to 8 platform licenses)
- Task 3 – Annual Service/Support for Community Engagement Platform
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Name of Lead firms and any subconsultants, Point of Contact, Description of relevant experience with at least 2 references, Description of approval proposed for scope of services and deliverables, Proposed schedule and work plan, Proposed project budget in format of Exhibit A and A-1, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion - Lower Tier Covered Transactions and Lobbying, Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit Contractor Affidavit, Contractor/Vendor Information
- Submit to
- Atlanta Regional Commission procurement website
- Scope location
- Atlanta, GA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Atlanta Regional Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: Atlanta Regional Commission procurement website. For questions, contact Null.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Atlanta Regional Commission in GA, 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 Null at (404) 463-3100. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1 – Implementation and Onboarding; Task 2 – Platform licensing/Public Engagement Dashboard (up to 8 platform licenses); Task 3 – Annual Service/Support for Community Engagement Platform. 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: "Experience (40%), technical capabilities and ease of use of the platform to meet needs (40%), cost (20%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Atlanta Regional Commission?
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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: Name of Lead firms and any subconsultants, Point of Contact, Description of relevant experience with at least 2 references, Description of approval proposed for scope of services and deliverables, Pro. Review the full document from Atlanta Regional Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Atlanta, GA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.