City of Palm Desert Economic Development Strategy, Advisory, and Capacity Building RFQ 2026-RFI-058
City of Palm Desert, City of Palm Desert, CA·City
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- Primary Contact
- Veronica Chavez · (760) 346-0611 ext 344
- Scope Location
- Palm Desert, CA
- Submission Address
- 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92260
SUMMARY
The City of Palm Desert is soliciting Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from senior-level economic development practitioners or firms with at least 15 years of experience. The selected consultant will function as an extension of the City's Economic Development team to provide strategic advisory, business attraction, developer and real estate advisory, transaction support, and project delivery services. Key objectives include augmenting current staff capacity, accelerating priority business and investment opportunities, and transferring knowledge and systems to City staff. Submissions are due by September 16, 2026, at 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA. A notice of interest is requested by September 1, 2026. Contact Veronica Chavez at (760) 346-0611 Ext: 344 for inquiries.
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Palm Desert?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 73510 Fred Waring Dr, Palm Desert, CA, 92260. For questions, contact Veronica Chavez.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Palm Desert?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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 Palm Desert for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Palm Desert in CA, 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 RFQ 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 Veronica Chavez at (760) 346-0611 ext 344. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palm Desert, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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