Contractual Opportunity
Community Engagement Qualitative Data Project
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The Collaborative Network seeks a contractor to design and implement a variety of engagement methods to gather qualitative data from diverse groups of community members in Jackson County with lived/living experience with identified disparities: Housing Stability and Affordability, Neighborhood and Community Safety, Transportation, Basic Needs/Cost of Living, and Social/Emotional Support.
Engagement methods may include but are not limited to focus groups, listening sessions, one on one interviews, and system scans. Engagement methods must demonstrate alignment with Network Core Values and Guiding Principles.
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The Network has released a request for proposals (RFP) to support the selection process. Refer to the RFP document below for full details.
Community Engagement Qualitative Data Project
RFP Materials
This document includes full project details and outlines the process for applying for this opportunity.
Potential applicants are highly encouraged to review the entire RFP document prior to getting started on the application survey.
Individuals and/or organizations interested will need to submit a brief proposal by completing an electronic form. Click here to view a PDF of the survey questions.
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All proposals need to be submitted by 5:00 PM EST July 11th.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please submit any questions about the RFP, Scope of work, or application process using this link. Questions received will be posted below. Please allow up to two business days for FAQs to be updated.
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Question: Can someone submit a proposal in partnership with another consultant?
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Answer: Yes, the project activities may be completed by more than one individual.
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​Question: How is conflict of interest being defined?
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Answer: The Jackson Collaborative Network recognizes that all individuals have potential conflicts of interest of one kind or another and that it would not be equitable to exclude potential candidates without further discussion. Any potential conflicts of interest will be explored and discussed during the interview process to better understand what the potential conflict may be and how the potential contractor will work to mitigate any potential conflicts.
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Question: Is it a conflict of interest if I am an active member of the Collaborative Network?
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Answer: No, engagement in the Jackson Collaborative Network would not be considered a conflict of interest. Also, see #2 above.
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Question: if awarded the contract, is there any flexibility to extend the project deadline into October?
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Answer: Project plan activities may begin as soon as the contract is awarded and continue through the end of September. Final project deliverables are due by the end of September. If issues or barriers emerge during the project that have the potential to impact these timelines, Network staff will work with the contractor to problem solve as needed.
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Need Assistance?
If you experience issues with any part of the application process and need assistance, contact info@JacksonCollaborativeNetwork.org.
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Please allow up to one business day for a response.