Opportunity
Columbus City School District Publicpurchase #1125
Columbus City Schools seeks qualifications from outside advocacy firms for advocacy services
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
1125
NAICS
541820
Columbus City Schools is seeking to prequalify outside advocacy firms to provide professional advocacy services for the district. - Government Buyer: - Columbus City Schools (Franklin County, Columbus, OH) - Vendors/OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity is open to qualified advocacy firms - Products/Services Requested: - Advocacy services (no part numbers or quantities specified) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must submit all information and documentation electronically via the Public Purchase website - Aspirational goal of 20% participation by Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprises (LEDE) - Vendors are encouraged to support LEDE participation - Strict adherence to electronic submission procedures - Vendors must monitor the procurement portal for addenda - No physical products or equipment are being procured; focus is on professional services
Description
This solicitation is a Request for Qualifications (RFQu) for an Outside Advocacy Firm. Vendors must submit all questions by July 10, 2026, via the Public Purchase website, with answers posted by July 14, 2026. All RFQu submissions must be uploaded through the Public Purchase website by July 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET. The solicitation encourages participation from Local Economically Disadvantaged Enterprises (LEDE) with an aspirational goal of 20% participation. Vendors must comply with submission instructions and check for addenda on the Public Purchase website.