Justification: Mon Water Project, launched in late 2022, addresses severe stormwater management challenges within the Four Mile Run (4MR) sewershed and adjacent Pittsburgh watersheds. Current grant support is moving MWP from a fiscally-sponsored project to status as a stand-alone 501(c)(3) organization. MWP is prioritizing the development of the necessary organizational structure, knowledge base, and stakeholder engagement to implement effective, long-term stormwater solutions. MWP is located within one of Pittsburgh’s most important sewersheds, where persistent and complex stormwater management issues resulting in water quality and quantity challenges disproportionately affect downstream residents in disadvantaged and disinvested communities.
Request for Proposals:
Strategic Planning & Organizational DEIA Integration
RFP Period: June 17 - July 5, 2026
Award Notification: July 10, 2026
Proposal Duration: Work may begin as soon as contracts are signed. Work must be completed by December 31, 2026
Total Budget: $14,235
Current funding is through the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative- EPA Region 3 Thriving Communities Grant.
We know our budget is limited. We know that it may not cover all the items below. We ask that you work backwards from the budget and let us know what is possible within our timeline and within our available funds.
Strategic Planning
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DEIA+ Methodology
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Marketing
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Communication
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Board Development
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Technology
Strategic Planning ✳︎ DEIA+ Methodology ✳︎ Marketing ✳︎ Communication ✳︎ Board Development * Technology
Development and integration of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) methodologies into all planning and organizational structure activities listed below, as well as:
Evaluation of mission, vision, and values-based framework
Strategic Collaboration and Coordination
Coalition Membership, outreach, and engagement
DEIA embedded workflows
Development of a short-term strategic plan “placemat”, including:
Creation of operational milestones by developing 6-month, 12-month, and 18th month project goals
Grant and Program Alignment
Output Metrics, measurement, and reporting methodology
Strategies for:
Communications
Marketing
Branding
Technology
Board Development and Organizational Leadership Framework:
Governance framework and Bylaw review
Decision methodologies and delegated authority
Meeting Schedule and Structure
Evaluation of Board Make-up
Member Recommendations
Board Report Template
Qualifications:
Your consulting firm must operate within Allegheny County and/or the City of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and be available for in-person meetings.
Priority will be given to firms that hold one of the following certifications: WBE, WOSB, or MBE (or meet the standard to qualify)
The firm must have experience and a firm focus on diversity, inclusion, and strategic growth within new organizations.
Submit a proposal.
Submission: Please submit your digital proposal to Mon Water Project by email annie@monwaterproject.org or through the form here.
DUE BY: by Jul 5, 2026, 12:00 PM.