Douglas County School District RFQ 2026 - Ballot Solutions MLO Consultation
Douglas County School District RE-1School · Castle Rock, CO- Due
- May 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
The 30-second brief
Douglas County School District (DCSD) is issuing a Request for Quote to engage a professional consultant for strategic guidance regarding a potential 2026 Mill Levy Override (MLO) ballot initiative. Scope includes developing a written strategic plan for stakeholder engagement and community education, coordinating opinion research polls, conducting up to 40 qualitative interviews with civic leaders, and providing messaging support for school funding needs. The selected consultant will assist with collateral development and legislative compliance for informational planning activities through August 2026. Proposals are due May 28, 2026, with work intended to begin by June 1, 2026. Firms must demonstrate experience with Colorado K-12 MLO and bond initiatives.
Strategic plan, Timeline, Weekly activity reports, Opinion research coordination, Community outreach, Ballot language analysis, Final guidance/recommendation
Demonstrated experience with Colorado K-12 MLO and bond initiatives, messaging expertise, compliance with election laws
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Summary
Douglas County School District (DCSD) is issuing a Request for Quote to engage a professional consultant for strategic guidance regarding a potential 2026 Mill Levy Override (MLO) ballot initiative.
Scope includes developing a written strategic plan for stakeholder engagement and community education, coordinating opinion research polls, conducting up to 40 qualitative interviews with civic leaders, and providing messaging support for school funding needs. The selected consultant will assist with collateral development and legislative compliance for informational planning activities through August 2026. Proposals are due May 28, 2026, with work intended to begin by June 1, 2026. Firms must demonstrate experience with Colorado K-12 MLO and bond initiatives.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Demonstrated experience with Colorado K-12 MLO and bond initiatives
- Messaging expertise
- Compliance with election laws
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Strategic plan
- Timeline
- Weekly activity reports
- Opinion research coordination
- Community outreach
- Ballot language analysis
- Final guidance/recommendation
REQUIRED STAFFING
project manager, professional consultant
- Scope location
- Douglas County, CO
- Reported agency
- Douglas County School District
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Douglas County School District RE-1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 28, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Douglas County School District RE-1 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 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.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: project manager, professional consultant. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Strategic plan, Timeline, Weekly activity reports, Opinion research coordination, Community outreach, Ballot language analysis, Final guidance/recommendation. 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: "Demonstrated experience with Colorado K-12 MLO and bond initiatives, messaging expertise, compliance with election laws" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Douglas County School District RE-1?
All active and historical solicitations from Douglas County School District RE-1 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Douglas County School District RE-1 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Douglas County School District RE-1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Douglas County, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.