Strategic Planning Facilitation & Project Management

The contract entails leading the comprehensive end-to-end development of a 5 to 7 year citywide strategic plan, encompassing structured phases of discovery, alignment, and implementation, with a strong emphasis on facilitating meaningful stakeholder engagement and executive-level coordination. The role requires expert project management and facilitation skills to guide diverse groups through consensus-building processes, ensuring the plan reflects community needs, organizational capacities, and long-term municipal goals. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, issued by the Mayor’s Office in Illinois, with a response deadline of March 31, 2026. While the exact location of performance is unspecified, the scope implies citywide reach requiring adaptability to local contexts and governance structures. The contractor will be expected to deliver a actionable, data-informed strategy that translates vision into measurable outcomes, supported by rigorous planning methodologies and continuous stakeholder feedback loops throughout the multi-year timeline.