City of Tecumseh Downtown Development Authority - Downtown Tecumseh Website Redesign - 2026
Town of TecumsehCity · Tecumseh, MI- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Kelly Jo Gilmore
- (517) 424-6003
The 30-second brief
The City of Tecumseh Downtown Development Authority (DDA) seeks proposals from qualified website design and development firms to redesign, develop, launch, host, and provide ongoing technical support and management for the Downtown Tecumseh website (www.downtowntecumseh.com). The project aims to transition from a custom platform to a user-friendly, mobile-first Content Management System (CMS) that allows staff to independently manage routine content, events, and a searchable business directory. Key features include prominent event discovery for Art Trail Tecumseh and Tecumseh Farmers Market, SEO optimization, analytics, accessibility compliance, and training. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 1, 2026.
Discovery & Strategy, Design, Development, Content Migration, Testing, Training & Launch, Ongoing Hosting & Support
Understanding of Project & Objectives 15%, Quality of Proposed Design & User Experience 15%, CMS Ease of Use & Staff Management 15%, Event & Business Directory Functionality 10%, Relevant Experience & Qualifications 15%, Accessibility, SEO & Mobile Functionality 10%, Hosting, Support & Long-Term Service 5%, Information Architecture / User Experience Strategy 5%, Project Timeline & Approach 5%, Cost 5%
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Summary
The City of Tecumseh Downtown Development Authority (DDA) seeks proposals from qualified website design and development firms to redesign, develop, launch, host, and provide ongoing technical support and management for the Downtown Tecumseh website (www.downtowntecumseh.com).
The project aims to transition from a custom platform to a user-friendly, mobile-first Content Management System (CMS) that allows staff to independently manage routine content, events, and a searchable business directory. Key features include prominent event discovery for Art Trail Tecumseh and Tecumseh Farmers Market, SEO optimization, analytics, accessibility compliance, and training. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, with questions due by October 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Understanding of Project & Objectives 15%
- Quality of Proposed Design & User Experience 15%
- CMS Ease of Use & Staff Management 15%
- Event & Business Directory Functionality 10%
- Relevant Experience & Qualifications 15%
- Accessibility
- SEO & Mobile Functionality 10%
- Hosting
- Support & Long-Term Service 5%
- Information Architecture / User Experience Strategy 5%
- Project Timeline & Approach 5%
- Cost 5%
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Discovery & Strategy
- Design
- Development
- Content Migration
- Testing
- Training & Launch
- Ongoing Hosting & Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Cover letter
- Firm qualifications and organizational information
- Relevant experience and portfolio
- Proposed project team
- Project approach and methodology
- Proposed CMS and technical platform
- Preliminary information architecture/sitemap
- Homepage wireframe/concept or description of proposed finalist demonstration
- Project timeline
- Hosting and ongoing support plan
- Content migration plan
- Training plan
- References
- Detailed cost proposal
- Identification of all recurring and third-party costs
- Identification of any assumptions
- Exclusions
- Optional services
- Submit to
- City Clerk's Office, 309 E. Chicago Boulevard, Tecumseh, MI 49286
- Scope location
- Tecumseh, MI
- Reported agency
- City of Tecumseh
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Tecumseh?
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: City Clerk's Office, 309 E. Chicago Boulevard, Tecumseh, MI 49286. For questions, contact Kelly Jo Gilmore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Tecumseh 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 Kelly Jo Gilmore at (517) 424-6003. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Discovery & Strategy, Design, Development, Content Migration, Testing, Training & Launch, Ongoing Hosting & Support. 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: "Understanding of Project & Objectives 15%, Quality of Proposed Design & User Experience 15%, CMS Ease of Use & Staff Management 15%, Event & Business Directory Functionality 10%, Relevant Experience &..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Tecumseh?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Tecumseh are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Tecumseh 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: Cover letter, Firm qualifications and organizational information, Relevant experience and portfolio, Proposed project team, Project approach and methodology, Proposed CMS and technical platform, Preli. Review the full document from Town of Tecumseh for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Tecumseh, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.