Strategic Planning Consultant Request for Proposal (RFQ) 2026

Community Renewal Team, Inc. is seeking a qualified consultant to design, develop, and implement a multi-faceted process for its 2027-2032 five-year strategic plan. The selected consultant will facilitate an inclusive process involving CRT Board members, staff, program participants, and other community service organizations, while also utilizing gathered data to update the agency's Community Needs Assessment. The period of performance is scheduled from December 14, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with key deliverables including an agency SWOT analysis, a strategic plan draft, and the final strategic plan due by May 3, 2027. A final presentation to the Board is scheduled for May 18, 2027. Work will primarily take place in the Greater Hartford, Connecticut area, with some remote activities permitted at the discretion of leadership. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format via email to crt-bids@crtct.org by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Required submission documents include a Bid Form, Reference Form, and a Sample Certificate of Insurance. The cost proposal must be itemized by major task and deliverables, with the budget for implementation listed separately and accompanied by a budget narrative. Award decisions will be based on the consultant's qualifications, prior experience with non-profits, and proposed delivery dates. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of Community Action/CSBG strategic planning and Connecticut Center of Excellence organizational standards. The selected consultant is required to provide indemnification to CRT and certify that they have not been debarred or suspended from publicly funded projects.