City of Portland Retail Recruitment Firm RFP 2026
City of PortlandCity · Portland, TN- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sherri Ferguson
The 30-second brief
The City of Portland, Tennessee is soliciting proposals from professional retail recruitment firms to enhance the city's retail offerings and attract targeted businesses. The selected provider will be responsible for market analysis (trade areas, leakage, consumer behavior), developing a retail recruitment strategy for national and local retailers, creating marketing collateral, and providing regular reporting on recruitment progress. Portland serves a trade area population of over 50,000 and anticipates growth from a new bypass scheduled for 2028. Proposals must include a company profile, experience/references, methodology, and a cost proposal. Submissions are due in a sealed envelope by March 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. Questions must be submitted via email to Sherri Ferguson by February 26, 2026.
Market Analysis, Retail Recruitment Strategy, Marketing Materials, Reporting and Metrics
Company Profile, Experience and References, Approach and Methodology, Cost Proposal, Differentiators
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Summary
The City of Portland, Tennessee is soliciting proposals from professional retail recruitment firms to enhance the city's retail offerings and attract targeted businesses.
The selected provider will be responsible for market analysis (trade areas, leakage, consumer behavior), developing a retail recruitment strategy for national and local retailers, creating marketing collateral, and providing regular reporting on recruitment progress. Portland serves a trade area population of over 50,000 and anticipates growth from a new bypass scheduled for 2028. Proposals must include a company profile, experience/references, methodology, and a cost proposal. Submissions are due in a sealed envelope by March 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM CT. Questions must be submitted via email to Sherri Ferguson by February 26, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Company Profile
- Experience and References
- Approach and Methodology
- Cost Proposal
- Differentiators
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Market Analysis
- Retail Recruitment Strategy
- Marketing Materials
- Reporting and Metrics
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Company Profile
- Experience and References
- Approach and Methodology
- Cost Proposal
- Differentiators
- Submit to
- 100 S. Russell, Portland, TN 37148
- Scope location
- Portland, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Portland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 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: 100 S. Russell, Portland, TN 37148. For questions, contact Sherri Ferguson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Portland in TN, 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 Sherri Ferguson. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Market Analysis, Retail Recruitment Strategy, Marketing Materials, Reporting and Metrics. 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: "Company Profile, Experience and References, Approach and Methodology, Cost Proposal, Differentiators" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Portland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Portland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Portland regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Company Profile, Experience and References, Approach and Methodology, Cost Proposal, Differentiators. Review the full document from City of Portland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Portland, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
