CITYWIDE CONSULTANT ROSTER: Race and Social Justice Consulting

The City of Seattle is initiating a solicitation (CTY-CR-2025-08) to establish a citywide consultant roster specializing in race and social justice consulting services. This roster aims to support City departments by providing access to qualified consultants in key categories, including Ethnic Community Outreach Experts, Ethnic Media Direct specialists, Race or Social Justice Consultants, and WMBE (Women- and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise) recruitment experts. The solicitation invites eligible consultants to submit applications and statements of qualifications for inclusion on the roster. The solicitation period opened on September 1, 2025, and responses will be accepted through December 30, 2030, with the roster cycle running until the end of 2030. The agreement terms provide flexibility for both duration and expansion of services, tailored to specific project needs and City requirements, with contracts anticipated to involve work valued below $410,000. The contracting approach leverages standardized Consultant Agreement templates designed for clarity, mutual understanding, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, especially for projects receiving federal funding. Consultants must meet eligibility standards including business registrations (Washington State UBI), small business certifications where applicable, and WMBE status registration within the City’s procurement system. Submission requirements include demonstrating relevant experience through project examples, providing proofs of licensing or certifications for key personnel, and adherence to non-discrimination and social equity standards. The City mandates background and immigration status checks for consultants and personnel with access to City systems or facilities, along with insurance coverage and indemnification obligations. Applications must be submitted electronically via the City’s Procurement Portal, using editable formats like Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, and must comply with formatting and content instructions specified in the solicitation documents. While detailed pricing data and contract values are not pre-set, the roster is configured to facilitate streamlined procurements within defined cost thresholds, supporting equity-focused city initiatives through the engagement of diverse and specialized consulting expertise.