Urbana Opengov #RFQ

Strategic Goal Setting Facilitation Services for City of Urbana, IL

This opportunity from the City of Urbana, Illinois seeks professional facilitation services for a strategic goal setting process with the Mayor and City Council. - Government Buyer: - City of Urbana, Illinois (Executive Department) - Vendors/OEMs: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to qualified facilitators or consulting firms - Services Requested: - Strategic goal setting facilitation for Mayor and City Council - Design and manage a collaborative process to establish city priorities and policy direction - Review and synthesize city plans, studies, and financial information - Facilitate four scheduled evening sessions - Unique Requirements: - Facilitator must maintain neutrality and not advocate for specific policy outcomes - Experience with municipal projects and consensus-building required - Ability to manage differing perspectives among elected officials - Evaluation based on responsiveness, approach, municipal experience, facilitator qualifications, consensus facilitation ability, references, availability, and value - No product line items or OEMs involved; this is a service-based solicitation

Description

The City of Urbana, Illinois, is seeking qualified firms or individuals to provide facilitation services for a strategic goal setting process involving the Mayor and City Council. The goal is to establish strategic priorities to guide city policies, resource allocation, and organizational efforts over the coming years. The selected facilitator must have relevant experience, maintain neutrality, review city plans and data, and be available for four evening sessions. The city will evaluate qualifications, may conduct interviews, and negotiate a professional services agreement with the chosen respondent.

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