Request for Proposal (RFP) For Strategy Development: Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids

Please respond by November 21, 2024  

 

Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids (BB4CK) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants to support the organization in developing a comprehensive strategic plan, including revisiting our vision, mission and theory of change statements, that will guide organizational planning for the next 5 years. This will include advising on a strategic and operating plan framework, facilitating data gathering processes, and consolidating/interpreting learnings for understanding. The consultant will work closely with the organization’s leadership team, Board of Directors, staff and community.   

 

Background 

For over 30 years, Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids has been dedicated to ensuring every kid in our city has access to nutritious food so they can thrive. From school lunches to summer camps to supporting parents in purchasing the food they need, we are committed to creating low-barrier, dignified access to food.  

 

Objectives of the RFP 

The primary objectives of this Request for Proposal process are to: 

• understand the consultant’s proposed scope of work, schedule, fee structure and implementation timeline 

• identify key metrics of success for this project 

• explore previous similar work the consultant has undertaken 

 

Scope of Work 

The selected consultant will be expected to: 

1. Assess the current strategies, frameworks, outcomes and impact 

• • Facilitate contributions to a SWOT analysis and Environmental Scan 

• • Facilitate internal discussions regarding organizational direction 

• • Plan for community consultation and engagement, including various kinds of input-gathering 

• • Advise on selection of strategic and operating plan framework for the organization’s use 

2. Review existing documentation and data related to current programs. 

3. Strategize and, when appropriate, facilitate community interviews (staff, volunteers, beneficiaries, community partners). 

Present findings and recommendations to the BB4CK board and leadership. 

 

Potential Additional Scope 

Develop a strategic plan that includes: 

• Vision and mission refinement 

• Goals and objectives 

• Key performance indicators (KPIs) 

• Implementation timeline  

 

Proposal Requirements 

Proposals should include the following components: 

• Executive Summary 

• Consultant/Team Qualifications 

• Approach and Methodology 

• Timeline 

• Budget 

• References 

 

Proposals will be evaluated based on: 

• Experience in leading related projects with innovative/exploratory approaches/future thinking 

• Clarity and feasibility of the proposed approach 

• Understanding of BB4CK’s mission and challenges 

• Familiarity with the social and emergency food assistance sectors, including lived experience with food insecurity 

• Feedback from references 

 

Submission Guidelines 

Proposals must be submitted electronically to Bethany Ross at bethany.ross@bb4ck.org by the end of the day on November 21, 2024. Exploratory calls prior to submission are welcome but not required. 

 

Questions and Clarifications 

For any questions or requests for clarification, please contact Bethany Ross at bethany.ross@bb4ck.org.  

 

Additional Information 

BB4CK reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and is not obligated to award a contract based on this RFP. The selected consultant will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement. Individual and team consultants are welcome; while the outcome we’re seeking is clear, we’re looking for diverse and varied approaches. 

 

Thank you for your interest in working with Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids!