City of East Lansing RFP 2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan
City of East LansingCity · East Lansing, MI- Due
- May 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 22, 2025
- Primary contact
- Matt Apostle
- (517) 319-6859
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of East Lansing is seeking a qualified consultant to develop their 2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan. This includes facilitating community workshops and a focus group, data collection, needs assessment, market analysis, and strategic plan development.
2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan, Including Executive Summary, Consultation, Citizen Participation, Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Strategic Plan, Community workshops and focus group facilitation, Initial draft plan, And final plan.
Verification, Understanding of the Project/Problem, Method of Approach, Experience, Time & Effort, Accessibility, Price/Value
SUMMARY
The City of East Lansing is seeking a qualified consultant to develop their 2026-2030 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan. This includes facilitating community workshops and a focus group, data collection, needs assessment, market analysis, and strategic plan development.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Verification
- Understanding of the Project/Problem
- Method of Approach
- Experience
- Time & Effort
- Accessibility
- Price/Value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- 2026-2030 CDBG Consolidated Plan
- Including Executive Summary
- Consultation
- Citizen Participation
- Needs Assessment
- Market Analysis
- Strategic Plan
- Community workshops and focus group facilitation
- Initial draft plan
- Final plan
- Scope location
- East Lansing, Michigan
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. 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, Including Executive Summary, Consultation, Citizen Participation, Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Strategic Plan, Community workshops and focus group facilitation, Initial draft plan, And final plan.. 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: "Verification, Understanding of the Project/Problem, Method of Approach, Experience, Time & Effort, Accessibility, Price/Value" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of East Lansing?
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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. 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, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.