This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Yakima, Washington. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Yakima County is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from interested, qualified, and experienced professional strategic planning consulting firms or individuals to guide the organization with the development and facilitation of a strategic plan. The anticipated Period of Performance of this will include adequate time for participation by the Strategic Planning Committee (SPC), the Board of County Commissioners (Board), in addition to input and review by key community stakeholders. The primary deliverable of this contract and process will be a written interorganizational strategic plan document that presents the planning process, research, analysis, opportunities and strategies along with an implementation plan that will guide Yakima County activity for the next three (3) to five (5) years. This RFQ seeks professional services of a consultant to facilitate the strategic planning process. The Board is aware that there are a variety of perspectives, models, and approaches available to develop a strategic planning document; therefore, the successful firm/expert should be able to discern which model or model(s) will best enable the Board to define, develop, and complete its organizational and programmatic goals in conformance with Washington State law, its Comprehensive Plan and other planning documents. The SPC, comprised of County staff and one Board member, will evaluate the qualifications and select individuals/firms to be interviewed. As a result of those interviews, it is intended that the top-rated consultant will be selected for contract negotiations. Proposals must be responsive to the County's request. The SPC shall determine the most responsive and responsible consultant providing the best service at the most reasonable cost. Cost alone shall not be the determining factor. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right in its absolute discretion to make no award or contract. The Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids, or parts thereof as it does in any Request for Qualifications and Proposals. With this specific RFQ, the Board of County Commissioners reserves the right to reject any and all bids or parts thereof.