City of Thousand Oaks Community-Based Social Marketing (CBSM) Consultant RFP 2026-RFPQ-CBSM
City of Thousand OaksCity · Thousand Oaks, CA- Due
- Mar 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- John Brooks
- (805) 449-2472
The 30-second brief
The City of Thousand Oaks is soliciting proposals for professional consulting services to design and implement a Community-Based Social Marketing (CBSM) strategy. The selected consultant will work with the City's Sustainability and Strategic Communications teams to conduct behavioral science research, develop outreach strategies, and test messaging to advance the 2024 Climate and Environmental Action Plan (CEAP). Key focus areas include residential building electrification, supported by a Clean Power Alliance (CPA) Innovation Grant, and household hazardous waste (HHW) participation. The project term is anticipated to be 24 to 36 months. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026, at 2100 East Thousand Oaks Blvd.
CBSM-based research, Outreach strategies, Targeted messaging, Outcome evaluation
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Summary
The City of Thousand Oaks is soliciting proposals for professional consulting services to design and implement a Community-Based Social Marketing (CBSM) strategy.
The selected consultant will work with the City's Sustainability and Strategic Communications teams to conduct behavioral science research, develop outreach strategies, and test messaging to advance the 2024 Climate and Environmental Action Plan (CEAP). Key focus areas include residential building electrification, supported by a Clean Power Alliance (CPA) Innovation Grant, and household hazardous waste (HHW) participation. The project term is anticipated to be 24 to 36 months. Proposals are due by March 4, 2026, at 2100 East Thousand Oaks Blvd.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- CBSM-based research
- Outreach strategies
- Targeted messaging
- Outcome evaluation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
General_Services_Agreement
- Submit to
- 2100 East Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Thousand Oaks, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Thousand Oaks?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 4, 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: 2100 East Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362. For questions, contact John Brooks.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Thousand Oaks in CA, 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 John Brooks at (805) 449-2472. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: CBSM-based research, Outreach strategies, Targeted messaging, Outcome evaluation. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: General_Services_Agreement. Review the full document from City of Thousand Oaks for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Thousand Oaks, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.