When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 24, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $275,000 – $325,000.

It was issued by Pierce County. The work is located in Tacoma, Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Management consulting firm with expertise in transportation or public-sector financial sustainability planning. Experience developing long-term financial models and revenue projections. Strong stakeholder engagement, public outreach, and strategic communications capabilities. Proven ability to produce surveys, fact sheets, presentations, flyers, and public meeting materials. Experience working with government agencies, community stakeholders, and local leaders.

Ferry Financial Sustainability Plan Service (Due September 30, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Tacoma, Washington, United StatesPosted: September 10, 2026Deadline: September 30, 2026

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SUMMARY

A consultant is sought to lead development of a ferry financial sustainability plan, including long-term revenue projections, strategic planning, and extensive stakeholder communications. The engagement will run for one year.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered to do business in Washington State with an active Unique Business Identifier (UBI) number
Must have a valid federal tax identification number
Must have an active Unique Entity Identification (UEI) number issued by Sam.gov
Must be able to meet all insurance requirements prior to contract execution
Must submit a letter of interest from the prime firm and principal professional
Must provide resumes of key individuals assigned to the project
Must provide references listing client contracts of similar services
Must disclose any litigation pending or judgment rendered within the past three years

BUDGET

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$275,000 – $325,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

July 20th–23rd, 2026: Terminal dive inspection by WSDOT

September 30th, 2026: Complete 2060 expenditure forecast for vessels and O&M

September 2026: Engineering Consultant to prepare terminal cost forecast

October/November 2026: Execute Strategy Consultant agreement

October 2026: 2027 service schedule discussion with stakeholders

September–December 2026: Revenue projections

Spring 2027: Funding partnership recommendation for internal discussion

Spring 2027: 2060 expenditure forecast for terminals

Summer–Fall 2027: Council engagement

Spring–Summer 2027: Budget discussion

Fall 2027: Budget adoption and implementation

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 24, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Pierce County

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DESCRIPTION

The contracting organization seeks a qualified consultant to provide strategic planning services supporting the completion of a ferry financial sustainability plan. The plan will establish a roadmap for achieving long-term financial sustainability, including projections of revenue beyond the fourteen-year ferry program.

The consultant will develop and implement a comprehensive communications and stakeholder engagement plan involving community stakeholders and local leaders. Responsibilities include preparing outreach materials such as surveys, fact sheets, presentations, flyers, and posters; developing materials to support discussions of tradeoffs and potential solutions; and preparing communications and related materials for an engagement event.

The contract period will be one year. All questions must be submitted by September 24, 2026, and proposals are due September 30, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 24, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $275,000 – $325,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Pierce County. The work is located in Tacoma, Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Management consulting firm with expertise in transportation or public-sector financial sustainability planning
Experience developing long-term financial models and revenue projections
Strong stakeholder engagement, public outreach, and strategic communications capabilities
Proven ability to produce surveys, fact sheets, presentations, flyers, and public meeting materials
Experience working with government agencies, community stakeholders, and local leaders

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