Grant Writing/Administration Statement of Qualifications for CDBG Projects
City of Port WentworthCity · Port Wentworth, GAThe 30-second brief
This solicitation is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional grant writing and administration services, specifically focused on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects. Interested firms must provide their business history, resource capability, and a list of up to five relevant CDBG projects. The submission requires details on key personnel and their specific roles in CDBG work, three professional references, and a fee structure for both application writing and grant administration (expressed as lump sum amounts). Additionally, firms must disclose their status as a Section 3 Business Concern and provide a sworn, notarized statement certifying the accuracy of their qualifications. The scope includes full lifecycle grant management from application through administration.
Statement of Qualifications, Section 3 Business Concern Certification, Action Plan, Notarized Certification
Years in business, resource capability, relevant CDBG project experience, key personnel qualifications, references
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Summary
This solicitation is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for professional grant writing and administration services, specifically focused on Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects.
Interested firms must provide their business history, resource capability, and a list of up to five relevant CDBG projects. The submission requires details on key personnel and their specific roles in CDBG work, three professional references, and a fee structure for both application writing and grant administration (expressed as lump sum amounts). Additionally, firms must disclose their status as a Section 3 Business Concern and provide a sworn, notarized statement certifying the accuracy of their qualifications. The scope includes full lifecycle grant management from application through administration.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Years in business
- Resource capability
- Relevant CDBG project experience
- Key personnel qualifications
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Statement of Qualifications
- Section 3 Business Concern Certification
- Action Plan
- Notarized Certification
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Section 3 Business Concern Certification
- Previous Certification
- Action Plan
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Port Wentworth?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Port Wentworth in GA, 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 are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Statement of Qualifications, Section 3 Business Concern Certification, Action Plan, Notarized Certification. 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: "Years in business, resource capability, relevant CDBG project experience, key personnel qualifications, references" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Port Wentworth?
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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: Section 3 Business Concern Certification, Previous Certification, Action Plan. Review the full document from City of Port Wentworth for the complete list.