Request for Qualifications, Strategic Planning Consultant Services,#26-49-9999-009-00

Location:	Washington
Posted:	May 21, 2026
Due:	Jun 16, 2026
Agency:	Spokane International Airport
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	R - Professional, Administrative and Management Support Services
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Request for Qualifications

Spokane Airport Board

Strategic Planning Consultant Services

The Spokane Airport Board (the “Board”) is requesting Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from

qualified consulting firms or teams of firms (“Proposer” or “Consultant”) for Strategic Planning

Consultant Services. SOQs will be received by the Board until 2:00 p.m. (PDT), June 16, 2026.

A. SCOPE OF WORK

See the attached Scope of Work. The selected Consultant is expected to provide a team

that is capable of performing all required services.

B. INFORMATIONAL MEETING

A mandatory informational virtual meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 4th, 2026 at

12:00 p.m. (PDT).

Join Zoom Meeting Link

https://spokaneairports-

net.zoom.us/j/87017548551?pwd=MzgYuu3HhzaMUeVLdfz0gupQdQu9cj.1

Meeting ID: 870 1754 8551

Passcode: 692202

C. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

Submit one (1) electronic copy, in searchable Adobe PDF format, by email to

rsheehan@spokaneairports.net by 2:00 p.m. (PDT), June 16, 2026. Maximum file size of

the SOQ submittal is 10MB. The email subject line must contain the name of the

responding firm and the project number.

Subject Line: [Firm Name], Project Number 26-49-9999-009-00

1. Clarifications

Information, clarifications or modifications will be provided in writing by the Airport and

will be communicated via the Airport’s website at

http://business.spokaneairports.net/rfp. Any request for clarifications must be

received via email at least five working days prior to the submittal deadline. Any

questions relating to the submittal requirements shall be directed to:

Ryan Sheehan, Chief Operating Officer

Spokane Airports

E-mail: rsheehan@spokaneairports.net

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2. Related Information

Proposers are advised to familiarize themselves with the Airport’s standard

Professional Service Agreement (PSA) and be prepared to accept without modification

the terms and conditions contained therein. The selected Consultant will be expected

to execute the Airport’s PSA. It is anticipated that a PSA will be awarded by the Board at

its regular July 2026 meeting.

This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and information regarding this RFQ are posted on

the Spokane Airports website.

D. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

Proposers shall respond to each criteria listed below. SOQs should be clear and concise

and formatted as outlined below to provide the Selection Committee with the following

information to allow for consistent evaluation of each submittal.

Transmittal Letter

Provide a one-page transmittal letter which introduces the consulting firm and team.

Discuss services offered, size of staff, and office location(s) of the consulting firm(s).

Include the point of contact information, including email and phone number of the firm

responding to the RFQ.

Table of Contents

Include an identification of the material by section and page number.

Statement of Qualifications

Provide no more than 15 pages describing the qualifications, experience, and

capabilities of the proposing firm and team in the order presented below. Covers, tabs,

transmittal letter, and table of contents will not be included in the page count.

1. Project Organization and Staff Experience. Include the organizational structure that

is proposed to provide the services, identifying the primary point of contact, support

staff, subconsultants, and location of office where the majority of the work of the

prime consultant will be completed. Include brief resumes of the key personnel

identifying professional qualifications, experience, capabilities, and relevant

projects each have completed.

2. Specific Relevant Projects. Include and describe planning efforts of similar scope

that the proposed key personnel and/or team have participated in or completed in

the past five (5) years. Identify key personnel from the organizational chart.

3. Project Understanding and Approach. Demonstrate an understanding and

familiarity of this Project. Describe your approach to successfully completing the

project, including project administration, facilitation, and public engagement.

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4. References. Provide a list of three (3) references that have specific knowledge of

relevant work performed by the consultant.

E. SOQ EVALUATION AND SELECTION

All SOQs received will be evaluated and ranked based upon the responsiveness to the

RFQ. A minimum of two (2) firms may be selected for further evaluation and requested to

participate in an interview as part of the selection process. Alternatively, the Airport may

choose to select the most qualified firm or team directly following the evaluation of the

submitted SOQs. One firm will be selected for negotiation of a PSA.

The Board reserves the right to reject any and all SOQs, to waive any irregularities in the

SOQs received, and to accept the SOQs deemed most advantageous to the best interest of

the Board. All SOQs become the property of the Airport.

Spokane International Airport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor or

subcontractor. As such, the Airport and all tiers of its consultants will abide by the

requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and Executive

Order 13496 (29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A).

F. SCOPE OF WORK AND FEE PROPOSAL

Following the selection process, the Airport will enter into contract negotiations with the

selected Consultant. The Airport and Consultant will meet to discuss the proposed

services and scoping of work. The selected Consultant will be expected to prepare and

submit a detailed breakdown proposal identifying hourly rates, markups, anticipated

reimbursable expenses, direct salary costs, labor, general and administrative overhead,

and profit data for the project. Work will be performed on a negotiated lump sum amount,

based on the specific identified tasks of the Scope of Work associated with the required

services. If scope and fee cannot be agreed upon between the Airport and the Consultant,

negotiations will be terminated. The Airport will then enter into negotiations with the next

highest qualified Consultant.

G. QUALIFICATION SUBMITTALS

SOQs shall be submitted by email to: rsheehan@spokaneairports.net

H. PUBLIC RECORDS AND DISCLOSURE OF SOQs

1. Property of Board: SOQs submitted to the Board shall become the property of the

Board and shall not be returned to the consultant.

2. SOQs are Public Records: Pursuant to Chapter 42.56 RCW, SOQs submitted to the

Board shall be considered public records and with limited exceptions will be available

for inspection and copying by the public. Except to the extent protected by state and/or

federal laws, SOQs shall be considered public documents and available for review and

copying by the public after the award of an Agreement is made by the Board.

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3. Process for Disclosing Information: If a request is made for disclosure of all or any

portion of a SOQ, the Board will determine whether the material should be made

available under the law. If the Board determines that the material is not exempt and

may be disclosed, the Board will notify the consultant of the request and allow the

consultant five (5) business days to take appropriate action pursuant to RCW

42.56.540. If the consultant fails or neglects to take such action within said period, the

Board may release the portions of the SOQ deemed subject to disclosure.

4. Indemnification: To the extent that the Board withholds from disclosure all or any

portion of Consultant’s documents at a Consultant’s request, such Consultant agrees

to fully indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Board, the City of Spokane, and

Spokane, their elected officials, agents and employees, from all damages, penalties,

attorneys’ fees and costs related to withholding information from public disclosure.

5. No Claim Against Airport: By submitting a SOQ, the Consultant consents to the

process outlined in this RFQ and shall have no claim against the Board because of

actions taken.

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Request for Qualifications

Spokane Airport Board

Strategic Planning Consultant Services

Scope of Work

1. INTRODUCTION

The Spokane Airport Board (Board) is soliciting Statements of Qualifications from experienced

consulting firms to develop an integrated, enterprise-level Strategic Plan that will guide policy,

investment, and organizational decision-making for the Board and its operating entities:

1. Spokane International Airport (GEG)

2. Felts Field Airport (SFF)

3. Spokane International Airport Business Park

4. Spokane International Airport Rail-Truck Transload Facility

The Strategic Plan will establish a shared organizational purpose and values while also addressing

the unique operational, financial, and market conditions of each entity. The plan is intended to be

a management tool, supporting internal and external decision-making over a three-year planning

horizon compatible with the current Airport Layout Plan and Master Plans.

2. PROJECT OBJECTIVES

The consultant shall assist the Board in:

 Defining and articulating a clear organizational purpose and values

 Evaluating the organizational structure and staffing needs

 Aligning strategic and operational priorities across aeronautical and non-aeronautical

assets and rationalization of each entity’s real estate portfolio

 Strengthening financial sustainability and diversification

 Positioning each entity for market-responsive growth

 Enhancing transparency and communication with stakeholders

 Producing a practical, implementation-oriented roadmap including identification of

required fiscal assets

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