Policy Development Services

The Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for policy development services, seeking qualified consultants or firms to develop comprehensive company policies that align with federal and state laws, regulations, best practices, and OCDC's organizational goals. The scope of work includes assessing current policies, conducting research, drafting new policies, engaging stakeholders, revising drafts, and providing final versions with implementation guidelines. The successful consultant will be expected to produce a robust policy manual that meets OCDC's organizational needs and complies with all relevant legal requirements. Proposals are due on October 1, 2024, at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard Time, with OCDC planning to issue a Notice of Intent to Award on or around October 2, 2024. The evaluation criteria will focus on the proposed project approach and methodology, qualifications of the consultant/firm, relevant experience on similar projects, pricing, and the firm's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. OCDC anticipates awarding one contract with a term of one year and reserves the right to negotiate the statement of work with the apparent successful proposer.

The RFP emphasizes a commitment to business inclusion and diversity, requiring proposers to submit a Certified Firm Outreach Plan that details their experience and plans for using Certified Firms as subcontractors, consultants, or suppliers. Certified Firms include small businesses certified as minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, or emerging small businesses. While the Certified Firm plan will not be scored, it is a mandatory requirement for the apparent successful proposer prior to contract award. The solicitation requires compliance with various federal regulations, including provisions related to the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment, Clean Air Act, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, and equal employment opportunity requirements. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the policy development services suggests a substantial engagement. Proposers must demonstrate the ability to provide a thorough and legally compliant policy manual that can be implemented across OCDC's organizational structure, with a focus on creating policies that support the organization's mission and operational effectiveness.