Richmond Planet bids #RFP - Consultant for State of Black Richmond Report Final 7.2.2026 (1)

Consulting Services for State of Black Richmond Report – City of Richmond, CA

The City of Richmond, California, is seeking qualified consulting firms to design, develop, and deliver a comprehensive State of Black Richmond Report. - Government Buyer: - City of Richmond, City Manager's Office - Scope of Work: - Develop a report assessing conditions, disparities, and opportunities for Richmond residents of African descent - Provide actionable recommendations to inform the allocation and long-term strategy of the City's $1.5 million Black Resiliency Fund - Services include community assessment, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, report development, presentations, and project management - Products/Services Requested: - Professional consulting services (no hardware or product line items) - Main service: Consulting Services to Develop the State of Black Richmond Report (quantity: 1) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with City ordinances (Sanctuary City Contracting and Investment, Ban the Box, Living Wage, business disclosure for LLCs) - Minimum insurance requirements: General Liability ($2M per occurrence), Auto Liability ($1M), Workers’ Compensation, and Professional Liability (as applicable) - Insurance coverage must be maintained for the contract duration and, for certain policies, for five years after completion - The City may award multiple contracts or none and reserves the right to re-solicit - No specific OEMs or vendors are pre-identified; procurement is open to all qualified consultants

Description

The City of Richmond is seeking consulting services to design, develop, and deliver a comprehensive State of Black Richmond Report. This report will serve as a foundational document for the implementation and long-term strategy of the Black Resiliency Fund. The project aims to assess the conditions, disparities, and opportunities affecting Richmond residents of African descent and provide actionable recommendations to inform the allocation of the fund. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the City's secure online bidding system by August 13, 2026. The City retains the right to award multiple contracts, not select any bidders, or re-solicit proposals.

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