City of Lawrence Outreach Services RFP 2025
City of LawrenceCity · Lawrence, MA- Due
- Nov 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Daniel McCarthy
- (978) 620-3505
The 30-second brief
The City of Lawrence Office of Planning and Development is seeking proposals from qualified firms, agencies, or individuals to provide public engagement and outreach services in support of the City's EPA grant. The goal is to engage neighbors and all interested parties and raise awareness about upcoming EPA assessments, potential clean ups of previously identified properties and related reuse proposals for public land.
Develop and implement an outreach strategy tailored to targeted audiences, Create culturally appropriate outreach materials (flyers, Social media content, Etc.), Coordinate and facilitate outreach events, Engage with community partners, Local leaders, And stakeholders, Provide regular progress reports
Relevant experience and qualifications (30%), Quality and clarity of the proposal (20%), Demonstrated understanding of the target community/audience (20%), Cost-effectiveness (15%), References and past performance (15%)
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Summary
The City of Lawrence Office of Planning and Development is seeking proposals from qualified firms, agencies, or individuals to provide public engagement and outreach services in support of the City's EPA grant.
The goal is to engage neighbors and all interested parties and raise awareness about upcoming EPA assessments, potential clean ups of previously identified properties and related reuse proposals for public land.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Develop and implement an outreach strategy tailored to targeted audiences
- Create culturally appropriate outreach materials (flyers, Social media content, Etc.)
- Coordinate and facilitate outreach events
- Engage with community partners
- Local leaders
- Stakeholders
- Provide regular progress reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Non-collusion form
- Tax compliance certificate
- Proposal pricing sheet
- Evidence of registration with SAM.gov
- A Unique Entity ID (UEI)
- Reference form
- Submit to
- City Clerk's Office, 200 Common Street, Room 107, Lawrence, MA 01840
- Duration
- 12 months
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Lawrence?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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: City Clerk's Office, 200 Common Street, Room 107, Lawrence, MA 01840. For questions, contact Daniel McCarthy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Lawrence in MA, 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 Daniel McCarthy at (978) 620-3505. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Develop and implement an outreach strategy tailored to targeted audiences, Create culturally appropriate outreach materials (flyers, Social media content, Etc.), Coordinate and facilitate outreach events, Engage with community partners, Local leaders, And stakeholders, Provide regular progress repor. 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: "Relevant experience and qualifications (30%), Quality and clarity of the proposal (20%), Demonstrated understanding of the target community/audience (20%), Cost-effectiveness (15%), References and pas..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Lawrence?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Lawrence are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Lawrence 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: non-collusion form, tax compliance certificate, proposal pricing sheet, evidence of registration with SAM.gov, or a Unique Entity ID (UEI), and reference form. Review the full document from City of Lawrence for the complete list.