Mid-America Regional Council Emergency Services Planner & Data Analytics Support RFP 2026
Mid-America Regional CouncilMPO · Kansas City, MO- Due
- Apr 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dan Manley
The 30-second brief
MARC is soliciting proposals for emergency services planning, data analytics, and situational awareness support for regional preparedness activities and special events anticipated in summer 2026. The project involves research, planning, documentation, data analysis, and technology implementation.
Updated emergency services plans and planning documentation, Dashboards, GIS products, And visual analytics supporting situational awareness, Technology roadmap and prototype dashboard, Documentation, Metadata, And hand-off materials for long-term use, Final summary report and lessons-learned documentation
Relevant experience and technical competence, qualifications; Demonstrated technical skills in data analytics, planning, and GIS; Understanding of the project and proposed scope of work and methodology; Quality and clarity of the proposal; Qualifications of assigned staff; References and past performance; Ability to meet schedules and deliverables; Cost and overall value to MARC
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Summary
MARC is soliciting proposals for emergency services planning, data analytics, and situational awareness support for regional preparedness activities and special events anticipated in summer 2026. The project involves research, planning, documentation, data analysis, and technology implementation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Relevant experience and technical competence, qualifications
- Demonstrated technical skills in data analytics, planning, and GIS
- Understanding of the project and proposed scope of work and methodology
- Quality and clarity of the proposal
- Qualifications of assigned staff
- References and past performance
- Ability to meet schedules and deliverables
- Cost and overall value to MARC
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Updated emergency services plans and planning documentation
- Dashboards
- GIS products
- Visual analytics supporting situational awareness
- Technology roadmap and prototype dashboard
- Documentation
- Metadata
- Hand-off materials for long-term use
- Final summary report and lessons-learned documentation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Affirmative Action Checklist (Attachment A), if applicable; Certification Regarding Debarment (Attachment B)
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mid-America Regional Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 20, 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: [email protected] and [email protected]. For questions, contact Dan Manley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mid-America Regional Council in MO, 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 Dan Manley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Updated emergency services plans and planning documentation, Dashboards, GIS products, And visual analytics supporting situational awareness, Technology roadmap and prototype dashboard, Documentation, Metadata, And hand-off materials for long-term use, Final summary report and lessons-learned docume. 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: "Relevant experience and technical competence, qualifications; Demonstrated technical skills in data analytics, planning, and GIS; Understanding of the project and proposed scope of work and methodolog..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mid-America Regional Council?
All active and historical solicitations from Mid-America Regional Council are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Mid-America Regional Council 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 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: Affirmative Action Checklist (Attachment A), if applicable; Certification Regarding Debarment (Attachment B). Review the full document from Mid-America Regional Council for the complete list.