Jefferson County - Community and Economic Resilience Implementation Plan - RFP 2026-14
Jefferson CountyCounty · Jefferson County, FL- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jenny Tuten
- (850) 342-0287
The 30-second brief
Jefferson County is seeking consultant services to develop a Community and Economic Resilience Implementation Plan funded by FloridaCommerce CPTA grant funding of $65,000. The plan will organize the County's economic development, workforce, infrastructure readiness, site readiness, and community resilience priorities into a single practical framework. Scope includes establishing a stakeholder group, assessing priorities and plan alignment, identifying priority projects and pathways, and preparing the implementation plan. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. at 435 W Walnut St, Monticello, FL 32344.
1. Establish Stakeholder Group; 2. Assess Priorities and Plan Alignment; 3. Identify Priority Projects and Pathways; 4. Prepare the Implementation Plan
Understanding of Services to be Provided (10), Minority Owned Business (10), Relevant Firm Experience (30), Quality of References (15), Familiarity with Jefferson County (20), Cost Proposal (15), Oral Presentation (if required) (10)
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Summary
Jefferson County is seeking consultant services to develop a Community and Economic Resilience Implementation Plan funded by FloridaCommerce CPTA grant funding of $65,000.
The plan will organize the County's economic development, workforce, infrastructure readiness, site readiness, and community resilience priorities into a single practical framework. Scope includes establishing a stakeholder group, assessing priorities and plan alignment, identifying priority projects and pathways, and preparing the implementation plan. Proposals are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. at 435 W Walnut St, Monticello, FL 32344.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
1. Establish Stakeholder Group; 2. Assess Priorities and Plan Alignment; 3. Identify Priority Projects and Pathways; 4. Prepare the Implementation Plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
19- Proposal Transmittal Form
- Qualifications Application and Questionnaire
- References
- Indemnification and Hold Harmless Statement
- Public Entity Crimes Sworn Statement
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Conflicts of Interest Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Ethics Clause & Certification Regarding Lobbying for Contracts
- Grants
- Loans
- Cooperative Agreements
- List of Proposed Sub-Contractors
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters -Primary Covered Transactions
- E-Verify Certification
- Insurance Certification
- Comments on Proposed Contract
- Submit to
- Jefferson County Manager’s Office, 450 West Walnut Street, Monticello, FL 32344; [email protected]
- Scope location
- Monticello, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Jefferson County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: Jefferson County Manager’s Office, 450 West Walnut Street, Monticello, FL 32344; [email protected]. For questions, contact Jenny Tuten.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Jefferson County in FL, 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 Jenny Tuten at (850) 342-0287. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1. Establish Stakeholder Group; 2. Assess Priorities and Plan Alignment; 3. Identify Priority Projects and Pathways; 4. Prepare the Implementation Plan. 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: "Understanding of Services to be Provided (10), Minority Owned Business (10), Relevant Firm Experience (30), Quality of References (15), Familiarity with Jefferson County (20), Cost Proposal (15), Oral..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Jefferson County?
All active and historical solicitations from Jefferson County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Jefferson County 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 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: Proposal Transmittal Form, Qualifications Application and Questionnaire, References, Indemnification and Hold Harmless Statement, Public Entity Crimes Sworn Statement, Drug Free Workplace Certificatio. Review the full document from Jefferson County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Monticello, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.