City of Pontiac Economic Vitality - Small Business Technical Assistance RFP 2026-RFP-0180 (2026)
City of PontiacCity · Pontiac, MI- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Joy Dockham
- (248) 758-2848
The 30-second brief
The City of Pontiac is seeking a qualified organization to provide small business technical assistance, business consulting, education, and financing readiness to strengthen the capacity and long-term success of the local business community. Services include individualized business consulting in general business, human resources, technology, marketing, accounting, and legal services, along with bilingual Spanish-English support, workshops, client tracking, and performance reporting. The solicitation requires proposals to be submitted by December 8, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on November 17, 2026. The project aims to create an inclusive support system for Pontiac businesses in Oakland County, Michigan.
Technical approach, implementation feasibility, and service quality (25 points), Relevant organizational experience, personnel, and delivery capacity (20 points), Understanding of program goals and Pontiac business needs (15 points), Outreach, language access, accessibility, and inclusive participation (15 points), Cost reasonableness and value relative to proposed services (15 points), Deliverables, performance measurement, and reporting (10 points)
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Summary
The City of Pontiac is seeking a qualified organization to provide small business technical assistance, business consulting, education, and financing readiness to strengthen the capacity and long-term success of the local business community.
Services include individualized business consulting in general business, human resources, technology, marketing, accounting, and legal services, along with bilingual Spanish-English support, workshops, client tracking, and performance reporting. The solicitation requires proposals to be submitted by December 8, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline on November 17, 2026. The project aims to create an inclusive support system for Pontiac businesses in Oakland County, Michigan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- W-9
- Certificate of insurance
- Cost proposal
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pontiac-mi/projects/321592/document?projectId=2026-RFP-0180
- Scope location
- Pontiac, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Pontiac?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/pontiac-mi/projects/321592/document?projectId=2026-RFP-0180. For questions, contact Joy Dockham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Pontiac in MI, 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 Joy Dockham at (248) 758-2848. 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: "Technical approach, implementation feasibility, and service quality (25 points), Relevant organizational experience, personnel, and delivery capacity (20 points), Understanding of program goals and Po..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Pontiac?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Pontiac are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Pontiac 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 8, 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: W-9, certificate of insurance, cost proposal. Review the full document from City of Pontiac for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pontiac, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
