City of Laredo Ionwave #RFP-2026-063

City of Laredo Seeks Consulting Services for Budget Process Review and Zero-Based Budgeting Implementation

The City of Laredo Budget Department is seeking professional consulting services to review and enhance its budget development process, with a focus on implementing Zero-Based Budgeting (ZBB). - Government Buyer: - City of Laredo Budget Department, managed through the Finance Department / Purchasing Division - Services Requested: - Comprehensive evaluation of current budget policies, departmental practices, and financial systems - Stakeholder interviews and benchmarking against best practices - Development of a tailored ZBB framework for the city - Implementation planning, training, and ongoing support for ZBB - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on experience with municipal ZBB and Texas municipal finance - Evaluation criteria include project team qualifications, methodology, references, and cost - 5% evaluation preference for local vendors - Mandatory electronic or hand-delivered proposal submissions (no mail, email, or fax) - Compliance with conflict of interest, non-collusion affidavits, and Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295 - Award based on best value, considering price and qualitative factors - No specific OEMs, products, or part numbers are mentioned; the opportunity is focused solely on professional consulting services

Description

The City of Laredo is soliciting proposals for consulting services to review its budget process and provide zero-based budgeting (ZBB) services for the City of Laredo Budget Department. The solicitation encourages local vendors by providing a 5% preference for local bids. Proposals must be submitted electronically or hand-delivered by August 10, 2026, with public opening on August 11, 2026. The award will be based on best value considering price and other factors according to Texas Local Government Code.

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