Leading with Race Update: An Evaluation of Pandemic Impacts on Progress Toward 2018 Calls to Action

This contract involves conducting an evaluation of the progress made since the 2018 Coalition of Communities of Color’s Leading with Race: Research Justice report in Washington County. The original report identified twenty-six Calls to Action aimed at promoting equity and racial justice across various sectors, including government, education, and private industry. Over the past six years, significant societal changes, including the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, have affected the implementation and effectiveness of these initiatives. The project’s primary goal is to assess how well these Calls to Action have been addressed, identify barriers or disruptions caused by the pandemic, and develop recommendations for future efforts aligned with the County’s responsibilities. The final deliverable will be a comprehensive report analyzing progress and proposing strategic next steps to advance racial equity and justice within the community. The solicitation for this project, titled "Leading with Race Update: An Evaluation of Pandemic Impacts on Progress Toward 2018 Calls to Action," is posted under solicitation number 2024.153-RFP. It is open to qualified organizations under the NAICS code 541720, with a contract value estimated between $100,000 and $500,000. The County’s Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) in Oregon is overseeing the project, with Kiersten Vanderhoof serving as the primary contact. The response deadline is December 6, 2024, and interested parties can find additional details and submit proposals through the designated procurement portal.