City of Panama City - Grant Writing, Consulting, and Support Services - RFP PC27-018 (2026)
City of PanamaCity · Panama City, FL- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Gia Del Pozzo
The 30-second brief
The City of Panama City, Florida seeks proposals from qualified and experienced firms for grant writing, consulting, and support services under RFP PC27-018. The selected vendor will assist the City in researching and identifying external funding opportunities and preparing and submitting competitive grant applications. Submissions are due by December 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. CT via the City's Bonfire Portal. Evaluation criteria include cost effectiveness, financial responsibility, capability to perform on a timely basis, and previous satisfactory performance.
Cost effectiveness, financial responsibility, capability to perform on a timely basis, previous satisfactory performance
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Summary
The City of Panama City, Florida seeks proposals from qualified and experienced firms for grant writing, consulting, and support services under RFP PC27-018.
The selected vendor will assist the City in researching and identifying external funding opportunities and preparing and submitting competitive grant applications. Submissions are due by December 9, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. CT via the City's Bonfire Portal. Evaluation criteria include cost effectiveness, financial responsibility, capability to perform on a timely basis, and previous satisfactory performance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Cost effectiveness
- Financial responsibility
- Capability to perform on a timely basis
- Previous satisfactory performance
- Submit to
- https://panamacity.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
- Scope location
- Panama City, FL
- Reported agency
- City of Panama City
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Panama?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://panamacity.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. For questions, contact Gia Del Pozzo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Panama in FL, 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 Gia Del Pozzo. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Cost effectiveness, financial responsibility, capability to perform on a timely basis, previous satisfactory performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Panama?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Panama are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Panama regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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 Panama for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Panama City, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.