When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due July 6, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 24, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $100,000.

It was issued by Town Of Falmouth. The work is located in Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced DEIB consultants or firms with work in municipal or government settings. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement. Proficiency in policy analysis and organizational change management. Ability to provide actionable implementation and accountability frameworks. Previous successful DEIB projects in Massachusetts or New England preferred.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan Service (Due July 6, 2026)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Falmouth, Massachusetts, United StatesPosted: May 30th, 2026Deadline: July 6th, 2026

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SUMMARY

RFP for the development of a five-year DEIB Strategic Plan, collaborating with local government to advance equity and inclusion across all municipal operations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have demonstrated experience in the field working on similar projects for community-serving organizations
Must have experience in the public sector, non-profit sector, or with a school district
Must be available for in-person meetings, interviews, and training during business hours and occasionally during the evening
Must have adequate insurance coverage
Must acknowledge receipt of all addenda in writing
Must submit one hard copy of the price proposal in a separate sealed envelope
Must submit three hard copies and one PDF electronic copy of the non-price proposal

BUDGET

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$100,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

RFP Issue Date: May 29th, 2026

Deadline For Questions: June 24th, 2026

Submission Deadline: July 6th, 2026

Project Kick-off: Shortly after contract execution (July 2026)

QUESTION DEADLINE

June 24th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

Additional decision-makers and their departments

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Issuing Agency

Town Of Falmouth

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DESCRIPTION

The town seeks a consultant, firm, or organization to develop a comprehensive five-year Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Strategic Plan. The selected partner will collaborate closely with municipal leadership, staff, boards, committees, and community stakeholders to create an actionable and measurable roadmap for advancing DEIB principles throughout municipal operations, service delivery, and workplace culture.

Key responsibilities include reviewing and assessing the town’s existing efforts to foster an inclusive, welcoming, and responsive community. The project requires establishing a clear vision, goals, and priorities to integrate DEIB principles into all facets of municipal work. The plan should identify actionable steps to strengthen equitable policies, practices, and service delivery, and provide robust implementation strategies, performance measures, and accountability structures. Additionally, the consultant will review and assess town policies, practices, procedures, and key documents that directly impact equitable access to municipal services and programs.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due July 6, 2026. Questions must be submitted by June 24, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $100,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Town Of Falmouth. The work is located in Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced DEIB consultants or firms with work in municipal or government settings
Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement
Proficiency in policy analysis and organizational change management
Ability to provide actionable implementation and accountability frameworks
Previous successful DEIB projects in Massachusetts or New England preferred

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