Bid guide
How to bid on Strategic Plan Tracking Software for the City of Chesapeake
What the City of Chesapeake is buying
The City of Chesapeake is looking for information and recommendations from vendors for software. This software will be used to monitor, manage, and report on the progress of the City's strategic initiatives. This is an RFI, a Request for Information, which means the City is gathering details to help them plan a future purchase, not immediately buying a product.
This is an opportunity for technology firms specializing in strategic planning, project management, or performance tracking software to showcase their solutions and expertise to a government agency.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on August 19, 2026. The deadline for submitting responses is September 21, 2026, at 8:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
Since this is an RFI, the City will review the submitted information to understand available solutions and vendor capabilities. This input will help them define their needs for a potential future solicitation.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for technology companies that develop or provide software for strategic planning, performance management, goal tracking, or project portfolio management. Firms with experience in government or public sector strategic planning tools would be particularly well-suited.
The relevant category for this type of work is technology, specifically software solutions for organizational management and reporting.
How to respond
To access the solicitation, you can view the original source on Virginia's eVA eProcurement portal, where it is listed as solicitation 126796. Viewing the posting is public and does not require an account.
However, all responses must be submitted through OpenGov. To respond, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account before the deadline. Ensure you follow the specific submission instructions provided within the OpenGov portal for this project.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
When responding to an RFI, focus on clearly describing your software's features, benefits, and how it addresses the City's need to monitor, manage, and report on strategic initiatives. Provide concrete examples of how your solution supports strategic planning processes.
Highlight any experience your company has with similar government or large organizational clients. Clearly articulate your software's capabilities for customization, integration, and user support. Even though it's an RFI, a well-structured and informative response can position your firm favorably for future opportunities.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Chesapeake; the original posting controls.