City of Gaithersburg Election Modernization and Absentee Voting Feasibility Consulting Services RFP2027-004
City of Gaithersburg, City of Gaithersburg, MD·City
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- Primary Contact
- Tanisha Briley · (240) 805-1165
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 10 months
- Scope Location
- Gaithersburg, Maryland
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The City of Gaithersburg is seeking qualified consulting services to evaluate, develop, and support the implementation of an absentee voting model for future municipal elections. The consultant will perform a comprehensive analysis of voter participation, operational impacts, costs, and accessibility to transition from a hybrid model to an absentee system for the November 2027 election. Key tasks include data collection and review, stakeholder engagement, best practice reviews, and creating a detailed implementation roadmap. The total budget for this contract is not to exceed $50,000. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM on September 24, 2026, via email to [email protected]. An optional pre-submission meeting is scheduled for September 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM via Microsoft Teams.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Understanding the Requirements and Technical Approach (25), Firm Qualifications and Staff Experience (30), Project Work Plan and Timeline (15), References (10), Pricing (20)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Project kickoff meeting, Stakeholder engagement plan, Comprehensive written report, Continuous monitoring plan, Draft report presentation, Final comprehensive report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum and Amendment Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Qualification to Bid/Propose, Bid/Proposal Submission Certification, References, List of Subcontractors, Conflict of Interest Certification, Litigation and Lien Information, W-9, Vendor Registration Form, Price Proposal Sheet
REQUIRED STAFFING ROLES
professionals, paraprofessionals, support staff
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How do I respond to this RFP from City of Gaithersburg?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 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 Tanisha Briley.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Understanding the Requirements and Technical Approach (25), Firm Qualifications and Staff Experience (30), Project Work Plan and Timeline (15), References (10), Pricing (20)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
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What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: professionals, paraprofessionals, support staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project kickoff meeting, Stakeholder engagement plan, Comprehensive written report, Continuous monitoring plan, Draft report presentation, Final comprehensive report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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