City of Alameda - Citywide Strategic Plan Update - RFP 2026
City of AlamedaCity · Alameda, CA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- John Stefanski
- (510) 747-4700
The 30-second brief
The City of Alameda is seeking proposals for consulting services to facilitate the development of a citywide strategic plan update and refresh. The engagement includes project management, an environmental scan and document review, stakeholder engagement with city staff and residents, strategic plan development covering mission, vision, and core values, and fiscal alignment and implementation planning. The project is anticipated to commence with executive team and key management stakeholder engagement in November of 2026 and conclude with input and participation from the City Council in early 2027, with the entire project taking place in six months or less. Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by 5:00 PM PST on October 30, 2026. The selection criteria include the ability to carry out and manage the proposed project (25%), qualifications (35%), willingness to comply with the proposed agreement terms (10%), and cost of proposal (30%).
Project scope of work and engagement strategy (Word and PDF); Summary of environmental scan and stakeholder input (Word and PDF); Draft and final versions of the three- or four-year strategic plan, Including Executive summary, Mission, Vision, And values, Strategic priorities (City Council endorsed), Support development of an implementation work plan (City Manager) including Integration and recommendations for departmental work plans and Roadmap and performance measures; Presentation materials for council, Staff, And community audiences (PowerPoint and PDF); Recommendations for ongoing plan review, Communication, And updates
Ability of the Proposer to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (25%), Qualifications (35%), Willingness to Comply with the Proposed Agreement Terms (10%), Cost of Proposal (30%)
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Summary
The City of Alameda is seeking proposals for consulting services to facilitate the development of a citywide strategic plan update and refresh.
The engagement includes project management, an environmental scan and document review, stakeholder engagement with city staff and residents, strategic plan development covering mission, vision, and core values, and fiscal alignment and implementation planning. The project is anticipated to commence with executive team and key management stakeholder engagement in November of 2026 and conclude with input and participation from the City Council in early 2027, with the entire project taking place in six months or less. Proposals must be submitted electronically via email by 5:00 PM PST on October 30, 2026. The selection criteria include the ability to carry out and manage the proposed project (25%), qualifications (35%), willingness to comply with the proposed agreement terms (10%), and cost of proposal (30%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Ability of the Proposer to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (25%), Qualifications (35%), Willingness to Comply with the Proposed Agreement Terms (10%), Cost of Proposal (30%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Project scope of work and engagement strategy (Word and PDF); Summary of environmental scan and stakeholder input (Word and PDF); Draft and final versions of the three- or four-year strategic plan, Including Executive summary, Mission, Vision, And values, Strategic priorities (City Council endorsed), Support development of an implementation work plan (City Manager) including Integration and recommendations for departmental work plans and Roadmap and performance measures; Presentation materials for council, Staff, And community audiences (PowerPoint and PDF); Recommendations for ongoing plan review, Communication, And updates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Statement of Qualifications (2 page maximum), Project Understanding and Approach (2 page maximum), Scope of Services and Methodology (2 page maximum), Schedule, Project Pricing, Statement of Exceptions, Service Provider Agreement Exhibit B (statement of exception or no exception)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Alameda, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Alameda?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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 John Stefanski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Alameda 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 John Stefanski at (510) 747-4700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project scope of work and engagement strategy (Word and PDF); Summary of environmental scan and stakeholder input (Word and PDF); Draft and final versions of the three- or four-year strategic plan, Including Executive summary, Mission, Vision, And values, Strategic priorities (City Council endorsed). 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: "Ability of the Proposer to Carry Out and Manage the Proposed Project (25%), Qualifications (35%), Willingness to Comply with the Proposed Agreement Terms (10%), Cost of Proposal (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Alameda?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Alameda are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Alameda regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Statement of Qualifications (2 page maximum), Project Understanding and Approach (2 page maximum), Scope of Services and Methodology (2 page maximum), Schedule, Project Pricing, Statement of Exception. Review the full document from City of Alameda for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alameda, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.