Regional Alignment Partnership Development Consultant Services

Mandatory pre-submittal meeting: April 6th, 2026

Deadline for questions: April 7th, 2026

Phase 1 submittal due: April 14th, 2026

Short list notification for detailed development: Around April 27th, 2026

Phase 2 submittal due: May 18th, 2026

Interview invitations: Around June 3rd, 2026

Interviews (in-person): June 10th, 2026

Board meeting / contract award approval: June 24th, 2026

Selection notifications sent: June 26th, 2026

Project start: Summer 2026

Project completion: Approximately 18 months after start

The government authority located in St. Louis, Missouri seeks a consultant to provide regional alignment partnership development services. Key responsibilities include comprehensive project management and administration such as maintaining an approved project schedule, invoices, progress reports, and a community engagement plan with branded materials. The consultant will facilitate meetings, community outreach activities, and ensure documentation of all related proceedings and public feedback.

The scope of work encompasses conducting a thorough investigation of the civic context of the region—including document reviews, stakeholder interviews, and a presentation of findings. The consultant will design and execute an effective outreach and communication strategy to convene the region's civic community. This engagement aims to develop a collectively defined regional vision, identify priority regional issues, and formulate actionable goals and strategies. The project culminates in establishing an enduring framework and delivering a comprehensive final report. Prospective bidders are required to attend a mandatory pre-submittal meeting and respond to questions by specified deadlines.