Milwaukee County - Climate Action 2050 Plan: Funding and Implementation Consultant - RFP 2025
Milwaukee CountyCounty · Milwaukee, WI- Due
- Dec 11, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 17, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Grant Helle
The 30-second brief
Milwaukee County Department of Administrative Services Facilities Management Division seeks professional consulting services for the implementation phase of the Climate Action 2050 Plan. The selected consultant will assist with funding navigation (including IRA direct pay and Focus on Energy incentives), operational emissions inventories using ICLEI ClearPath 2.0, stakeholder engagement, project management tools, and communication programs to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2050. The maximum available budget is $100,000 with an expected contract term of approximately 6 months. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. CST on December 11, 2025, via email. An optional virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025. Evaluation criteria emphasize project approach, qualifications, fee, and a 4.88% Targeted Business Enterprise (TBE) participation goal.
Project Manual, Analysis Brief on Milwaukee County's IRA Direct Pay Submission Process, Analysis Brief and Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for Focus on Energy Incentives/Rebates, Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for identifying local state and federal funding opportunities, Progress Memos, 2024 Operational Emissions Inventory, Implementation and Monitoring Program, Assist OS with Drafting and Presenting Informational County Board Report on CA50 Plan Progress
Quality and responsiveness to the RFP (20%), Project approach and understanding including strategy to perform requested work and time schedule (30%), Qualifications and experience (30%), Fee and hourly rates (15%), Quality and responsiveness of DBE participation (5%)
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Summary
Milwaukee County Department of Administrative Services Facilities Management Division seeks professional consulting services for the implementation phase of the Climate Action 2050 Plan.
The selected consultant will assist with funding navigation (including IRA direct pay and Focus on Energy incentives), operational emissions inventories using ICLEI ClearPath 2.0, stakeholder engagement, project management tools, and communication programs to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2050. The maximum available budget is $100,000 with an expected contract term of approximately 6 months. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. CST on December 11, 2025, via email. An optional virtual pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for November 25, 2025. Evaluation criteria emphasize project approach, qualifications, fee, and a 4.88% Targeted Business Enterprise (TBE) participation goal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality and responsiveness to the RFP (20%), Project approach and understanding including strategy to perform requested work and time schedule (30%), Qualifications and experience (30%), Fee and hourly rates (15%), Quality and responsiveness of DBE participation (5%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Project Manual, Analysis Brief on Milwaukee County's IRA Direct Pay Submission Process, Analysis Brief and Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for Focus on Energy Incentives/Rebates, Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for identifying local state and federal funding opportunities, Progress Memos, 2024 Operational Emissions Inventory, Implementation and Monitoring Program, Assist OS with Drafting and Presenting Informational County Board Report on CA50 Plan Progress
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Proposal Preparation Submission and Evaluation Guidelines
- Consultant Proposal Form
- Targeted Business Enterprise Instructions & Forms
- Subcontractor/Sub-consultant/Supplier Information Sheet (TBE-02)
- Commitment to Contract with TBE (TBE-14)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Milwaukee, WI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Milwaukee County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 11, 2025. 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]. For questions, contact Grant Helle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Milwaukee County in WI, 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 Grant Helle. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Project Manual, Analysis Brief on Milwaukee County's IRA Direct Pay Submission Process, Analysis Brief and Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for Focus on Energy Incentives/Rebates, Tracking Spreadsheet or Tool for identifying local state and federal funding opportunities, Progress Memos, 2024 Operational. 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: "Quality and responsiveness to the RFP (20%), Project approach and understanding including strategy to perform requested work and time schedule (30%), Qualifications and experience (30%), Fee and hourl..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Milwaukee County?
All active and historical solicitations from Milwaukee County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Milwaukee 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 1 year. 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 Preparation Submission and Evaluation Guidelines, Consultant Proposal Form, Targeted Business Enterprise Instructions & Forms, Subcontractor/Sub-consultant/Supplier Information Sheet (TBE-02). Review the full document from Milwaukee 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: Milwaukee, WI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.