RFI for Organizational Capacity Assessment Service for Multi-Year Fundraising Expansion for Foothill

The Foothill – De Anza Community College District requires organizational capacity assessment services to evaluate the Foundation's readiness to support a two- to three-fold increase in annual fundraising over five to seven years. The consultant must evaluate operational readiness, identify organizational barriers, and deliver project work plans, risk assessments, prioritized recommendations with budget impacts, an executive summary, and a formal presentation. Work will occur primarily offsite at the firm's offices, though in-person attendance may be required for key meetings. Eligibility is restricted to onshore USA organizations with expertise in non-profit laws, IRS 501(c)(3) regulations, and community college foundation operating models. Respondents must submit responses electronically through the District's PlanetBids portal by 12:00 PM on October 22, 2026. All written questions must be submitted through PlanetBids no later than October 15, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated on the firm's experience with non-profits and community college foundations, expertise in philanthropic strategy, board evaluation track record, staff qualifications, and overall cost-effectiveness. Vendors must provide proposals indicating their budget, as no specific contract term or funding amount is provided in the text.