Description
The Saint Louis Zoo is seeking qualified firms or independent practitioners to provide expertise in organizational alignment, design, and executive facilitation for its upcoming consolidation of multiple departments into a single Conservation, Education & Research (CES) Division. This market research RFI aims to identify capable vendors, understand possible staffing models and effort levels, gather indicative pricing, and refine the scope and schedule before issuing a formal RFP. Respondents will be evaluated for qualifications and may be short‑listed for the subsequent solicitation.
• Scope: Organizational design, alignment strategy, and executive facilitation for a mission‑driven, nonprofit zoo environment.
• Deliverables: Recommended alignment approach, staffing model, effort estimate, and non‑binding cost guidance.
• Timeline: Questions due 09/22/2026; final responses due 09/30/2026; subsequent RFP to follow.
• Desired vendor attributes: Proven experience with complex, mission‑centric institutions; ability to provide both strategic consulting and facilitation services.
Attached files
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