When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $9,000,000.

It was issued by City of Chicago. The work is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Grants management and strategy consulting firm. Experience with public-sector or municipal grant programs. Expertise in grant administration, program design, documentation, and compliance monitoring. Demonstrated ability to maximize funding utilization and reduce compliance risk.

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Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Chicago, Illinois, United StatesPosted: September 25, 2026Deadline: December 1, 2026

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SUMMARY

The City is seeking a vendor to support grant administration, program design, documentation, monitoring, and compliance. The engagement will focus on improving grant funding outcomes while reducing compliance risk.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered in the iSupplier vendor portal
Must submit an Economic Disclosure Statement and Affidavit (EDS)
Must provide audited financial statements for the last 3 years
Must provide at least three references from a municipality or government agency
Must provide a comprehensive implementation management plan
Must provide a cost proposal using the provided template
Must provide a sexual harassment policy affidavit
Must provide a certificate of insurance
Must provide a redacted copy of the proposal for public posting

BUDGET

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$9,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Solicitation Conference: October 5th, 2026

Deadline for Questions: October 13th, 2026

Proposal Submittal Date: December 1st, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 13, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

City of Chicago

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DESCRIPTION

The City seeks a qualified vendor to provide grants management and strategy services. The selected vendor will assist the City in maximizing spending and the return on investment of grant funds while minimizing overall compliance risk.

Services are expected to include grant administration, program design and documentation, and monitoring and compliance. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 5, 2026, and all questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due December 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 13, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $9,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by City of Chicago. The work is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Grants management and strategy consulting firm
Experience with public-sector or municipal grant programs
Expertise in grant administration, program design, documentation, and compliance monitoring
Demonstrated ability to maximize funding utilization and reduce compliance risk

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