OKI Regional Council of Governments CPRG Communication Consultant RFQ 2026
Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of GovernmentsMPO · Cincinnati, OH- Due
- Jun 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
- Duration
- 2 months
- Primary contact
- Andy Meyer
- (513) 621-6300
The 30-second brief
OKI seeks a communications consultant for the ThriveTogether partnership to enhance branded materials and develop communication templates. The 6-8 week project requires a final SOQ submission by June 2, 2026.
Review and enhancement of branded materials, Communication templates, Written process document, Ongoing consultation
Relevant experience and qualifications (35 pts), Quality and clarity of work plan (25 pts), Collaborative ability (25 pts), References (10 pts), DBE/SBE status (5 pts)
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Summary
OKI seeks a communications consultant for the ThriveTogether partnership to enhance branded materials and develop communication templates. The 6-8 week project requires a final SOQ submission by June 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Review and enhancement of branded materials
- Communication templates
- Written process document
- Ongoing consultation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Sheet
- Approach to Project
- References/List of Relevant Work
- Conflict of Interest and Bribery Clause Statement
- DBE/SBE Certification
- Summary of DBE/SBE Proposed Work
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Submit to
- 720 East Pete Rose Way, Suite 420, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
- Scope location
- Cincinnati, OH
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 2, 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: 720 East Pete Rose Way, Suite 420, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202. For questions, contact Andy Meyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments in OH, 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.
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 Andy Meyer at (513) 621-6300. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Review and enhancement of branded materials, Communication templates, Written process document, Ongoing consultation. 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 qualifications (35 pts), Quality and clarity of work plan (25 pts), Collaborative ability (25 pts), References (10 pts), DBE/SBE status (5 pts)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Cover Sheet, Approach to Project, References/List of Relevant Work, Conflict of Interest and Bribery Clause Statement, DBE/SBE Certification, Summary of DBE/SBE Proposed Work, Certification Regarding. Review the full document from Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Regional Council of Governments for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Cincinnati, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.