Town of South Hadley Needs Assessment RFP 2025
Town of South HadleyCity · South Hadley, MA- Due
- Oct 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 3, 2025
- Duration
- 12 months
- Primary contact
- Lisa Wong
The 30-second brief
The Town of South Hadley is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to complete a Community-Wide Needs Assessment of South Hadley Residents. The purpose is to understand existing housing and social service needs, how they are being met, and to forecast future needs.
Methodology, Project design, Outreach plan, Assessment tools, Resource directory, Draft report, Final report.
Understanding of scope, approach and technical content, background and qualifications, experience with similar projects, experience with comparable municipalities, schedule, fee proposal.
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Summary
The Town of South Hadley is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to complete a Community-Wide Needs Assessment of South Hadley Residents. The purpose is to understand existing housing and social service needs, how they are being met, and to forecast future needs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Understanding of scope
- Approach and technical content
- Background and qualifications
- Experience with similar projects
- Experience with comparable municipalities
- Schedule
- Fee proposal
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Methodology
- Project design
- Outreach plan
- Assessment tools
- Resource directory
- Draft report
- Final report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Minimum of 3 similar projects completed or in progress in Massachusetts, list of references, example of past work.
- Submit to
- South Hadley, MA
- Scope location
- South Hadley, Massachusetts
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of South Hadley?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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: South Hadley, MA. For questions, contact Lisa Wong.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of South Hadley in MA, 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 Lisa Wong. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Methodology, Project design, Outreach plan, Assessment tools, Resource directory, Draft report, Final report.. 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: "Understanding of scope, approach and technical content, background and qualifications, experience with similar projects, experience with comparable municipalities, schedule, fee proposal." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of South Hadley?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of South Hadley are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of South Hadley 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 12 months. 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: Minimum of 3 similar projects completed or in progress in Massachusetts, list of references, example of past work.. Review the full document from Town of South Hadley for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: South Hadley, Massachusetts. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.