Strategic Planning Facilitation Services

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) Northwest Public Power Association (NWPPA) We invite proposals from qualified consulting firms to design and facilitate a comprehensive strategic planning process for the association. This engagement will result in: The selected consultant will guide a structured, inclusive, and objective process that supports informed decision-making by NWPPA’s Board of Trustees and leadership. Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NWPPA serves more than 150 consumer-owned electric utilities and over 400 associate members across Alaska, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. We have a 15-member staff supporting the organization’s mission to provide excellent training and education, advocacy, and timely and relevant industry information for our members. The association is governed by a 36-member Board of Trustees, supported by 6 Associate Advisors, and serves a diverse membership representing varying: The selected consultant will work closely with the Board of Trustees and staff leadership to: Without prescribing outcomes, NWPPA anticipates that the planning process will explore several major strategic issues facing both the association and the public power sector over the next decade. NWPPA expects proposers to treat artificial intelligence (AI) scenario planning as a central component of the strategic planning process. Given that workforce training, education delivery, and knowledge transfer represent core elements of NWPPA’s mission, the association seeks a rigorous and structured analysis of how AI advancements may fundamentally alter: Proposers should demonstrate experience facilitating scenario planning around disruptive technological change and helping organizations adapt strategically to uncertain futures. Other anticipated areas of exploration may include: These themes are provided for context and are not intended to limit the planning process. Proposals should describe a clear, disciplined facilitation methodology that includes the following components. The consultant will conduct structured engagement activities to develop a comprehensive understanding of the organization. This phase will include: The consultant will facilitate a two half-day strategic planning session for the full Board of Trustees and Associate Advisors in Eugene, Oregon on October 13-14, 2026. Pre-session materials must include: The final report will include: A draft version of the final report must be delivered within two weeks of the planning session. The final report must be delivered by December 1, 2026. Engagement Timeline Indicative Hours Proposers should estimate total consultant hours required based on methodology, number of interviews, and depth of analysis. Proposals should include the following information: Provide at least three references for comparable engagements. Provide a detailed cost proposal including: Proposals will be evaluated based on the following criteria: NWPPA may conduct interviews with selected finalists prior to making a final selection. Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format no later than: March 20, 2026 Submission details: Please submit materials to NWPPA’s Executive Assistant, Connie Philibert at [email protected] NWPPA reserves the right to: