City of Thornton RFP No. 340-26 Citizen Surveys - 2026
City of Thornton cityCity · Thornton, CO- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 16 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 6 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew Miskell
- (303) 538-7325
The 30-second brief
The City of Thornton, CO is seeking proposals from qualified firms to design, develop, administer, and interpret results for community citizen surveys. The scope of work includes survey instrument design, outreach planning to maximize participation among underrepresented populations with English and Spanish options, data collection and analysis with GIS mapping capability, final reporting, and presentations to Senior Leadership and City Council. The population is approximately 153,000 across four council wards. The estimated budget for the initial annual survey is $30,000, with an award length through December 31, 2032. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 11:00 P.M. local time via BidNet Direct. Questions are due by October 29, 2026.
Survey design and development, Survey publication and administration, Data collection and tabulation, Technical support, Final analysis, Written report, Cross tabulations by age, Race, Ethnicity, And council ward, Presentations to Senior Leadership and City Council
Responsiveness to needs, vendor responsibility, written responses to proposal questions, submitted pricing, reference checks, degree to which proposal meets or exceeds needs, vendor samples and/or interviews, agreeability to terms and conditions
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Summary
The City of Thornton, CO is seeking proposals from qualified firms to design, develop, administer, and interpret results for community citizen surveys.
The scope of work includes survey instrument design, outreach planning to maximize participation among underrepresented populations with English and Spanish options, data collection and analysis with GIS mapping capability, final reporting, and presentations to Senior Leadership and City Council. The population is approximately 153,000 across four council wards. The estimated budget for the initial annual survey is $30,000, with an award length through December 31, 2032. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 11:00 P.M. local time via BidNet Direct. Questions are due by October 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Responsiveness to needs
- Vendor responsibility
- Written responses to proposal questions
- Submitted pricing
- Reference checks
- Degree to which proposal meets or exceeds needs
- Vendor samples and/or interviews
- Agreeability to terms and conditions
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Survey design and development
- Survey publication and administration
- Data collection and tabulation
- Technical support
- Final analysis
- Written report
- Cross tabulations by age
- Race
- Ethnicity
- Council ward
- Presentations to Senior Leadership and City Council
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- W-9
- Section C.2 Proposal Questions
- Section D.6 Proposal Items
- Section G.1 Acceptance and Addenda Acknowledgement Form
- Section G.2 Sample Agreement Acknowledgement Form
- Section G.3 References and Authorization Release Form
- Section G.4 Disclosure of Generative Artificial Intelligence Usage Form
- Previous work samples
- Pricing form
REQUIRED STAFFING
Employee positions for hourly rate pricing
- Submit to
- www.bidnetdirect.com
- Scope location
- Thornton, CO
- Reported agency
- City of Thornton
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Thornton city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 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: www.bidnetdirect.com. For questions, contact Andrew Miskell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Thornton city in CO, 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 Andrew Miskell at (303) 538-7325. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Employee positions for hourly rate pricing. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Survey design and development, Survey publication and administration, Data collection and tabulation, Technical support, Final analysis, Written report, Cross tabulations by age, Race, Ethnicity, And council ward, Presentations to Senior Leadership and City Council. 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: "Responsiveness to needs, vendor responsibility, written responses to proposal questions, submitted pricing, reference checks, degree to which proposal meets or exceeds needs, vendor samples and/or int..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Thornton city?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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, Section C.2 Proposal Questions, Section D.6 Proposal Items, Section G.1 Acceptance and Addenda Acknowledgement Form, Section G.2 Sample Agreement Acknowledgement Form, Section G.3 References and. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Thornton city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Thornton, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.