# Wisconsin Vendornet Platform #Facilitator for Internal and External Focus Groups

Facilitation Services for Internal and External Focus Groups for Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District

**Posted:** October 04, 2023
**Respond By:** October 16, 2026
**Identifier:** Facilitator for Internal and External Focus Groups
**NAICS:** 541618

This opportunity from the Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District seeks professional facilitation services for evaluative feedback engagements.
- Government Buyer:
  - Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District
  - Communications & Public Affairs Manager: Amanda Wegner
- Scope of Work:
  - Design, execute, facilitate, and analyze two sets of focus groups:
    - Internal focus groups with District staff to assess employee experience trends
    - External focus groups and complementary surveys with stakeholders to evaluate trust and satisfaction
  - Deliver actionable insights through comprehensive reporting and presentations tailored to management and the Commission
  - Manage all logistics, recruitment, facilitation, and confidentiality requirements
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Facilitation of internal focus groups (no part numbers; quantity not specified)
  - Facilitation of external focus groups and surveys (no part numbers; quantity not specified)
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Preference for in-person focus groups
  - Experience with public sector or utility clients is valued
  - Use of validated frameworks and ability to deliver actionable findings
  - Handling of confidential information and tailoring deliverables to distinct audiences
  - Not-to-exceed contract value of $50,000
- No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; the procurement is for professional services, not products.

### Description

Madison Metropolitan Sewerage District (District) is seeking proposals from qualified facilitation professionals to design, execute, and provide analysis of two evaluative feedback engagements: one set of focus groups with District staff to understand employee experience trends, and a second set with external stakeholders to assess trust and satisfaction. A shared trust framework will guide these engagements but will produce separate deliverables. Proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. CT on October 16, 2026, via email. The District is tax-exempt and reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.

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