Bid Notice: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium Feasibility Study

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and The Wilds are seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms for a fundraising feasibility study.

Project Overview:

• Assess fundraising strengths and weaknesses.
• Evaluate community perception.
• Identify potential leaders and major donors.
• Determine realistic fundraising goals.
• Provide feedback on the preliminary Case for Support.
• Analyze competing fundraising campaigns.
• Define roles and responsibilities for the campaign.
• Establish a suitable timeline for the study and fundraising.

Proposal Requirements:

1. Firm information and contact details.
2. References for similar projects.
3. Project approach and process.
4. Schedule, timeline, and deliverables.
5. Estimated cost.
6. Key staff biographies.

Key Dates:

• RFP Issued: July 3, 2024
• Questions Due: July 10, 2024
• Responses Sent: July 12, 2024
• Proposal Due: July 17, 2024
• Interviews: July 18-19, 2024
• Selection Notification: July 23, 2024
• Work Begins: July 29, 2024
• Findings Presentation: September 25, 2024

Submission: Send proposals by July 17, 2024, to: Mayme Norman, VP of Philanthropy
Email: mayme.norman@columbuszoo.org
Phone: (614) 724-3686
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
4850 W. Powell Road
PO Box 400
Powell, OH 43065

For questions, contact Mayme Norman by July 10, 2024.