City of East Lansing 2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan RFP
City of East LansingCity · East Lansing, MI- Due
- May 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2025
- Primary contact
- Matt Apostle
- (517) 319-6859
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of East Lansing Department of Planning, Building, and Development is seeking a qualified consultant to develop their 2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan. The selected vendor will be responsible for facilitating a series of three community workshops and one focus group to gather community input for inclusion in the final plan document. Key deliverables include the comprehensive Consolidated Plan and community engagement reports. Proposals are due by May 30, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Interested firms should contact Matt Apostle at (517) 319-6859 or via email for submission details.
2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan, Three community workshops, One focus group
SUMMARY
The City of East Lansing Department of Planning, Building, and Development is seeking a qualified consultant to develop their 2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan.
The selected vendor will be responsible for facilitating a series of three community workshops and one focus group to gather community input for inclusion in the final plan document. Key deliverables include the comprehensive Consolidated Plan and community engagement reports. Proposals are due by May 30, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Interested firms should contact Matt Apostle at (517) 319-6859 or via email for submission details.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- 2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan
- Three community workshops
- One focus group
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- RFQP-Sept-2021---FINAL-PDF
- Waste-Management-Lease-Ag
- Template-Lease-for-RFP-PDF
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- East Lansing, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of East Lansing?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 30, 2025. 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 Matt Apostle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of East Lansing in MI, 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 Matt Apostle at (517) 319-6859. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan, Three community workshops, One focus group. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: RFQP-Sept-2021---FINAL-PDF, Waste-Management-Lease-Ag..., Template-Lease-for-RFP-PDF. Review the full document from City of East Lansing for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Lansing, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.