Description
The City of Selma is establishing an on‑call list of up to three qualified consulting firms to provide grant‑writing and related procurement services on an as‑needed basis for various city departments. Firms must submit a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that demonstrates experience, methodology, staffing, and pricing. The contract will be a one‑year professional services agreement beginning October 1 2026, with the possibility of two one‑year extensions. Services include identifying grant opportunities, preparing and submitting applications, monitoring legislative changes, and producing required reporting. The selection will be based on qualifications, approach, experience, pricing, references, and optional interviews.
• Up to three firms placed on an on‑call list; City may award one or more agreements.
• Scope covers grant feasibility assessments, research, full proposal development, submission management, and post‑award reporting.
• Required deliverables: monthly grant opportunity updates, detailed grant applications, and compliance reports.
• Pricing must be all‑inclusive (hourly, retainer, or mixed) with no preset ceiling; vendors propose their own rates.
• Insurance requirements include $2 M general liability, $1 M auto, $1 M workers’ comp, and $1 M professional liability.