Bid guide
How to bid on Grant Application Assistance for King County, WA
What King County Parks is buying
King County Parks is creating a list of qualified firms to provide grant application assistance and grantee capacity building consultant services. These services will help community-based organizations apply for and manage grant funding received from King County Parks. This is an opportunity for consultants specializing in grant writing and organizational development to work with local community groups.
Key dates and deadlines
This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was published on July 14, 2026. A pre-submittal conference is scheduled for July 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time. The final deadline for submitting your response is August 12, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. All submittals must be received by this deadline.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in grant writing, grant application support, and capacity building for non-profit or community-based organizations. If your firm helps organizations develop their ability to secure and manage grant funding, this RFQ is relevant to your services. This falls under the professional services category.
How to respond
To access the full requirements and response instructions, you need to go to the King County Oracle procurement portal. You can view the negotiation's public abstract directly on the portal. Review the summary, lines, and listed documents there. If you see an abstracts list, search for negotiation number KC001679. To download documents or submit your response, you will need to register a free supplier account on that Oracle portal and submit your materials before the closing date. Contact Stephanie Wong with any questions.
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your firm's experience in grant application assistance and capacity building, specifically with community-based organizations. Highlight any past successes in helping organizations secure and manage grant funding. Attend the pre-submittal conference to gain a better understanding of King County Parks' specific needs and to ask any clarifying questions. Ensure your submittal addresses all requirements outlined in the RFQ document and is submitted well before the deadline.
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