City of Urbana Mayor and City Council Strategic Goal Setting Facilitation Services RFQ FY2027-RFQ-208
- Due
- Sep 11, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Primary contact
- Darius White
- (217) 384-2454
The 30-second brief
The City of Urbana, Illinois, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Mayor and City Council Strategic Goal Setting Facilitation Services under project ID FY2027-RFQ-208. The City seeks qualified firms or individuals to facilitate the strategic goal-setting process for its elected officials. The selection process involves evaluating qualifications, conducting interviews, and negotiating a professional services agreement with the most qualified respondent. Statements of Qualifications must be submitted electronically through the City's executive department web portal. The City reserves the right to consider factors other than price and negotiate the final scope and cost of services. Submissions are due no later than 5:00 p.m. local time on Friday, September 11, 2026.
Qualifications, interviews, factors other than price
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Summary
The City of Urbana, Illinois, is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Mayor and City Council Strategic Goal Setting Facilitation Services under project ID FY2027-RFQ-208.
The City seeks qualified firms or individuals to facilitate the strategic goal-setting process for its elected officials. The selection process involves evaluating qualifications, conducting interviews, and negotiating a professional services agreement with the most qualified respondent. Statements of Qualifications must be submitted electronically through the City's executive department web portal. The City reserves the right to consider factors other than price and negotiate the final scope and cost of services. Submissions are due no later than 5:00 p.m. local time on Friday, September 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Qualifications
- Interviews
- Factors other than price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Urbana_Standard_Terms_an...
- Submit to
- www.urbanail.gov/executive-department/page/bids-and-rfps
- Scope location
- Urbana, IL
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Urbana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 11, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.urbanail.gov/executive-department/page/bids-and-rfps. For questions, contact Darius White.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Urbana in IL, 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 RFQ 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 Darius White at (217) 384-2454. 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: "Qualifications, interviews, factors other than price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Urbana?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Urbana are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Urbana 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 RFQ?
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: Urbana_Standard_Terms_an.... Review the full document from City of Urbana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Urbana, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.