Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging Program

Notice Inviting Proposals West County Wastewater District ("WCW") is seeking proposals from qualified firms to develop and implement a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging ("DEIAB") Program Strategic Plan ("Services"), as further detailed in Section 3, Scope of Services. If approved by WCW's Board of Directors, or designee, the successful Proposer will execute an agreement in the form of Attachment A for a one (1) year base term with up to one (1) one-year option term . The project scope, content of proposal, and selection process are summarized in this Request for Proposals ("RFP"). WCW intends to adhere to the solicitation schedule shown in the Timeline below, which is subject to change at WCW's sole discretion. Solicitation Schedule The complete Solicitation Schedule for this Project, " 'Project Title " is stated in the Timeline section below. All proposals must be submitted through WCW's eProcurement Portal , OpenGov Procurement in accordance with the solicitation schedule. All Questions must be submitted in writing through OpenGov Procurement by clicking the Question/Answer Tab. All Questions submitted and answers provided will be electronically distributed to Proposers through OpenGov Procurement, pursuant to the solicitation schedule in the Timeline below. Proposals will not be accepted after the proposal submission deadline. An incomplete proposal or a proposal that does not conform to the requirements may not be considered, in WCW's sole discretion. Issuance of this RFP does not obligate WCW to award a contract. WCW is not liable for any of Proposer’s costs to prepare and submit a proposal. WCW may award all or parts of this contract to several Proposers, select no Proposers, and/or to re-solicit proposals. By submitting a proposal, the Proposer agrees that it has read and understands all requirements and conditions of this RFP. Submission of a proposal constitutes a firm offer to WCW for 180 days from the deadline. Submission of a proposal indicates an intent to be bound to the conditions contained in this RFP unless a clear exception request is included in the proposal. Questions regarding this RFP are to be submitted and answered through WCW's eProcurement Portal .