Town of Mills River Community Satisfaction/Perception Survey RFP 2026
Town of Mills RiverCity · Mills River, NC- Due
- Mar 3, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matthew McKirahan
The 30-second brief
The Town of Mills River seeks proposals from qualified firms to develop, implement, and analyze a comprehensive public survey to gather insights into the public's perception of Town services and the priority of issues faced by the community. The results will inform the Town's strategic plan.
Final survey instrument, Detailed sampling plan, Raw and cleaned data sets, Final analysis report, Presentation of findings to Town leadership, Presentation of findings to Town Council
Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in survey design, implementation, and statistical analysis, Proposer's plan and approach to survey implementation, Ability to identify important trends and policy questions, Experience and ability to develop effective, high-quality deliverables, Proposer's background, strength, and experience, Evidence and experience of the Proposer's availability, collaboration, flexibility, and responsiveness, Strong collaboration and communication skills, Client references, Cost-effectiveness and value of the proposal, Compliance with the RFP
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Summary
The Town of Mills River seeks proposals from qualified firms to develop, implement, and analyze a comprehensive public survey to gather insights into the public's perception of Town services and the priority of issues faced by the community. The results will inform the Town's strategic plan.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
18- Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in survey design
- Implementation
- Statistical analysis
- Proposer's plan and approach to survey implementation
- Ability to identify important trends and policy questions
- Experience and ability to develop effective
- High-quality deliverables
- Proposer's background
- Strength
- Experience
- Evidence and experience of the Proposer's availability
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Responsiveness
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- Client references
- Cost-effectiveness and value of the proposal
- Compliance with the RFP
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Final survey instrument
- Detailed sampling plan
- Raw and cleaned data sets
- Final analysis report
- Presentation of findings to Town leadership
- Presentation of findings to Town Council
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachments and Samples (Documents showcasing survey instrument development, data analysis, findings, reports, case studies, presentations; Examples of communication and marketing materials)
- Submit to
- Town of Mills River, 124 Town Center Drive, Mills River, North Carolina 28759
- Scope location
- Mills River, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Mills River?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 3, 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: Town of Mills River, 124 Town Center Drive, Mills River, North Carolina 28759. For questions, contact Matthew McKirahan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mills River in NC, 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 Matthew McKirahan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Final survey instrument, Detailed sampling plan, Raw and cleaned data sets, Final analysis report, Presentation of findings to Town leadership, Presentation of findings to Town Council. 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: "Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in survey design, implementation, and statistical analysis, Proposer's plan and approach to survey implementation, Ability to identify important trends and policy..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mills River?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mills River are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mills River 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: Attachments and Samples (Documents showcasing survey instrument development, data analysis, findings, reports, case studies, presentations; Examples of communication and marketing materials). Review the full document from Town of Mills River for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mills River, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.