Growth Management Act (GMA) Research Support

The Washington State Department of Commerce is issuing a Request for Qualifications and Quotes (RFQQ) to solicit proposals from qualified entities to perform research and technical assistance support work under the state's Growth Management Act (GMA). The RFQQ covers multiple jurisdictions across the state, including various counties, cities, and census-designated places. The contract will provide "on-call" research support for small projects to assist with GMA implementation, with deliverables and specific research activities to be determined as needed. Eligible respondents must be public or private non-profit organizations with a mission of providing technical assistance to local governments, and have at least 10 years of experience with land use planning and GMA-related work in Washington. The evaluation will focus on the response that best meets the requirements, not necessarily the lowest cost, and proposals quoting a rate above $200 per hour will be disqualified. The procurement schedule has been amended, with responses now due by November 27, 2024 and the contract expected to be awarded by December 31, 2024.

The RFQQ does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and details on possible award values or budget ranges are limited, with the total funding available up to $200,000 per year. The contract term is tentatively scheduled to begin on or about November 30, 2024 and end on June 30, 2025, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods.