When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 10, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 27, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $50,000 – $150,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by City of Danville. The work is located in Danville, Virginia, United States.

Animal Services Management and Operations Assessment (Due November 10, 2026)

SUMMARY

The City of Danville is seeking a management consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive operations and business practices assessment of its animal shelter facility.

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DESCRIPTION

The City of Danville is seeking competitive proposals from qualified management consulting firms to conduct a comprehensive operations and business practices assessment of its animal shelter facility. The chosen consultant will evaluate leadership, daily workflows, data tracking, financial structures, and regional community programs to maximize resource efficiency and animal welfare outcomes. The assessment will cover both City-operated functions and contracted shelter services, including the effectiveness of the current operating agreement, contractor performance, City oversight practices, and the overall service-delivery model.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have demonstrated expertise in municipal animal control, animal shelter operations, veterinary shelter medicine, public administration, organizational assessments, animal welfare, and operational performance improvement
Must have the financial resources to complete the proposed work
Must be able to provide a Certificate of Insurance in favor of the City of Danville
Must have at least one staff member on site that is literate and fluent in the English language
Must provide a list of all employees and sub-vendor employees that will be working on the project on company letterhead
Must comply with the Virginia Uniform Building Code
Must comply with the Revised Section 508 Standards (29 U.S.C. § 794d) and WCAG 2.1 Level AA success criteria for all IT provided
Must provide a completed Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT/ACR) and a Vendor Accessibility Roadmap

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TIMELINE

Pre-Proposal Meeting: October 14th, 2026

Last Day for Questions: October 27th, 2026

Proposal Closing Date: November 10th, 2026

Issuing Agency

City of Danville

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Animal Services Management and Operations Assessment