Port of Bellingham Economic Analysis and CEDS Project RFP
Port of Bellingham (includes airport)Airport Authority · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Dec 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 1, 2025
- Primary contact
- Tyler Schroeder
- (360) 676-2500
The 30-second brief
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide economic analysis, planning, and management services in support of the Whatcom County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The selected consultant will manage implementation, evaluation, community engagement, data coordination, and planning for the transition from the current 2022-2026 CEDS to the 2027-2031 CEDS. The consultant will also provide economic analysis support and collaborate with Western Washington University's Center for Economic and Business Research (CEBR) on various Port initiatives.
Proposal Summary, Qualifications, Work Plan, Proposal Costs
Proposal Summary (20 points), Qualifications (40 points), Work Plan (25 points), Proposal Costs (15 points)
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Summary
The Port of Bellingham is soliciting proposals from qualified consultants to provide economic analysis, planning, and management services in support of the Whatcom County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS).
The selected consultant will manage implementation, evaluation, community engagement, data coordination, and planning for the transition from the current 2022-2026 CEDS to the 2027-2031 CEDS. The consultant will also provide economic analysis support and collaborate with Western Washington University's Center for Economic and Business Research (CEBR) on various Port initiatives.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Proposal Summary
- Qualifications
- Work Plan
- Proposal Costs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFP for Economic Analysis and CEDS Project
- Submit to
- Port of Bellingham, P.O. Box 1677, Bellingham, Washington 98227-1677
- Scope location
- Whatcom County
- Reported agency
- Port of Bellingham
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 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: Port of Bellingham, P.O. Box 1677, Bellingham, Washington 98227-1677. For questions, contact Tyler Schroeder.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Port of Bellingham (includes airport) in WA, 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 Tyler Schroeder at (360) 676-2500. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposal Summary, Qualifications, Work Plan, Proposal Costs. 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: "Proposal Summary (20 points), Qualifications (40 points), Work Plan (25 points), Proposal Costs (15 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Port of Bellingham (includes airport)?
All active and historical solicitations from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) are tracked and searchable. As a airport authority agency, Port of Bellingham (includes airport) 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: RFP for Economic Analysis and CEDS Project. Review the full document from Port of Bellingham (includes airport) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Whatcom County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.