Yolo County Marketing Focus Group Research Services RFP 2026-VCE-FOCUS - Valley Clean Energy
Yolo CountyCounty · Woodland, CA- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Primary contact
- Edward Burnham
- (530) 446-2750
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Summary
Valley Clean Energy Alliance (VCE) seeks a qualified firm to provide marketing/advertising, customer survey, and market research services to strengthen VCE's understanding of customer awareness, perceptions, and decision drivers.
The research will shape marketing, outreach, and customer program strategy for electricity customers across urban, rural, and agricultural communities in the cities of Woodland, Davis, Winters, and unincorporated Yolo County. The selected firm will design research addressing core questions including customer awareness of VCE versus PG&E, drivers of opt-out decisions, motivations for opting up to 100% renewable UltraGreen service, perceptions of rates and bills, and culturally-adapted messaging across Spanish-speaking and other demographic groups. Proposals are due by October 1, 2026, and should be submitted via email to [email protected].
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- California, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Yolo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Edward Burnham.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Yolo County in CA, 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 Edward Burnham at (530) 446-2750. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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. Review the full document from Yolo 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: California, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.