Milwaukee County Climate Action 2050 Plan Funding and Implementation Consultant RFP - CA50
Milwaukee CountyCounty · Milwaukee, WI- Due
- Dec 11, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 17, 2025
- Primary contact
- Grant Helle
- (414) 278-4851
The 30-second brief
Milwaukee County requests proposals for professional consulting services to assist with the implementation of the Climate Action 2050 Plan (CA50) for County government operations. The selected consultant will lead tasks including funding evaluation for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) direct pay and Focus on Energy incentives, preparing a 2024 operational emissions inventory using ICLEI ClearPath 2.0, and developing an implementation, monitoring, and communication program with KPIs and progress tracking. The maximum available budget is $100,000. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. CST on December 11, 2025, with questions due by December 4, 2025. A 4.88% Targeted Business Enterprise (TBE) participation goal applies.
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 requests proposals for professional consulting services to assist with the implementation of the Climate Action 2050 Plan (CA50) for County government operations.
The selected consultant will lead tasks including funding evaluation for Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) direct pay and Focus on Energy incentives, preparing a 2024 operational emissions inventory using ICLEI ClearPath 2.0, and developing an implementation, monitoring, and communication program with KPIs and progress tracking. The maximum available budget is $100,000. Proposals are due by 3:00 p.m. CST on December 11, 2025, with questions due by December 4, 2025. A 4.88% Targeted Business Enterprise (TBE) participation goal applies.
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
3- Consultant Proposal Form
- Subcontractor/Sub-consultant/Supplier Information Sheet (TBE-02)
- Commitment to Contract with TBE (TBE-14)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- 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 at (414) 278-4851. 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 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: Consultant Proposal Form, Subcontractor/Sub-consultant/Supplier Information Sheet (TBE-02), Commitment to Contract with TBE (TBE-14). 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.