City of Montgomery Southern Montgomery Renaissance Communities SMRC Consultant RFP 2027-RFP-002
City of MontgomeryCity · Montgomery, AL- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Johnny Crawford
- (334) 625-2390
The 30-second brief
The City of Montgomery is seeking a qualified consultant to lead the planning and establishment of a new nonprofit 501c3 organization under solicitation 2027-RFP-002. The overarching responsibility of the SMRC Consultant is to serve, support, and lift up the residents of the Southern Montgomery Renaissance Communities using the Purpose Built Communities model of neighborhood revitalization. Key tasks include working with legal counsel to file for 501c3 status, setting up basic financial and tech infrastructure, developing messaging and branding, identifying a physical home, and supporting fundraising and board development. The position is part-time (20-30 hours/week) for a maximum duration of 12 months. Interested contractors must be located in Montgomery, Elmore, or Autauga counties, and hold or commit to obtaining a City of Montgomery business license. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm via the e-Procurement Portal or email. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2026, and questions are due by October 9, 2026.
Lead the planning and establishment of a new nonprofit 501c3 organization; work with legal counsel to draft and submit 501c3 filings; collaborate with leadership to establish policies and procedures; develop messaging, Collateral materials, Social media presence, And branding; set up basic infrastructure including bank accounts, Financial systems, And email/technology; identify and ready a physical home for the organization; create positive presence and introduction to the greater MGM business, Philanthropic, And political community; attend community meetings and events; support or lead meetings with local business and philanthropic leaders; create job descriptions and support on-boarding of Board Directors; support fundraising efforts; support the hiring process of the permanent Executive Director.
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Summary
The City of Montgomery is seeking a qualified consultant to lead the planning and establishment of a new nonprofit 501c3 organization under solicitation 2027-RFP-002.
The overarching responsibility of the SMRC Consultant is to serve, support, and lift up the residents of the Southern Montgomery Renaissance Communities using the Purpose Built Communities model of neighborhood revitalization. Key tasks include working with legal counsel to file for 501c3 status, setting up basic financial and tech infrastructure, developing messaging and branding, identifying a physical home, and supporting fundraising and board development. The position is part-time (20-30 hours/week) for a maximum duration of 12 months. Interested contractors must be located in Montgomery, Elmore, or Autauga counties, and hold or commit to obtaining a City of Montgomery business license. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm via the e-Procurement Portal or email. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2026, and questions are due by October 9, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Lead the planning and establishment of a new nonprofit 501c3 organization
- Work with legal counsel to draft and submit 501c3 filings
- Collaborate with leadership to establish policies and procedures
- Develop messaging, Collateral materials, Social media presence, And branding
- Set up basic infrastructure including bank accounts, Financial systems, And email/technology
- Identify and ready a physical home for the organization
- Create positive presence and introduction to the greater MGM business, Philanthropic, And political community
- Attend community meetings and events
- Support or lead meetings with local business and philanthropic leaders
- Create job descriptions and support on-boarding of Board Directors
- Support fundraising efforts
- Support the hiring process of the permanent Executive Director
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pricing proposal, technical proposal, City of Montgomery Business License or Acknowledgment of Commitment, Price Confirmation, Statement of Compliance with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act with E-Verify verification or letter of exemption, City of Montgomery MBE/WBE initiative documents, written acknowledgment of receipt of any and all addenda
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/montgomeryal
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Montgomery, AL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Montgomery?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/montgomeryal. For questions, contact Johnny Crawford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Montgomery in AL, 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 Johnny Crawford at (334) 625-2390. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Lead the planning and establishment of a new nonprofit 501c3 organization; work with legal counsel to draft and submit 501c3 filings; collaborate with leadership to establish policies and procedures; develop messaging, Collateral materials, Social media presence, And branding; set up basic infrastru. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: Pricing proposal, technical proposal, City of Montgomery Business License or Acknowledgment of Commitment, Price Confirmation, Statement of Compliance with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citiz. Review the full document from City of Montgomery for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montgomery, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.