RFP 6442 - Spokesperson Training

Macomb Community College has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 6442 seeking comprehensive spokesperson training services for its subject matter experts. The procurement is specifically targeting professional media interview skill development, with requirements for three half-day (four-hour) training sessions to be conducted prior to mid-December 2025. Each training session will accommodate up to three staff members and will be held at either the South Campus in Warren or Center Campus in Clinton Township, Michigan. Respondents must submit detailed proposals by Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 2:00 P.M., which should comprehensively outline their training philosophy, workshop structure, and organizational qualifications. The RFP mandates that proposals include company capabilities, trainer biographies, and three client references specific to spokesperson training. Evaluation criteria will likely focus on the depth of training methodology, trainer expertise, and the ability to reinforce the college's centralized media relations processes. Pricing must be submitted using the provided proposal response form, with cost proposals guaranteed for a minimum of 90 days from the submission date.

While the RFP does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises, it does reserve the right to reject any or all proposals and waive submission informalities. Payment terms indicate that Macomb Community College will issue compensation within 30 days of invoice, with invoices requiring specific documentation including the authorized staff member's name, training date, hours billed, and any reimbursable expenses. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the scope suggests a relatively modest procurement focused on training services. The college has not identified any incumbent vendors or specified existing technological infrastructure requirements for integration. Potential vendors should note that while precise award value is not stated, the procurement involves three distinct training sessions, which implies a moderate-scale contract opportunity focused on developing effective media communication skills for college representatives.