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Requests for Proposal and Applications for Grants

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Request For Proposals (RFP) For Customer-Focused Research Studies

The Minnesota Department of Administration, Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) is requesting proposals for the purpose of completing customer-focused research studies on behalf of the GCDD.

In order to complete customer-focused research studies on behalf of the GCDD, the GCDD is seeking proposals from market research firms. Responders should be experienced in conducting quantitative studies including statewide surveys of households, qualitative and quantitative research, focus groups, and in depth personal interviews among professionals and consumers, including people with developmental disabilities and family members.

The selected firm will work together with the GCDD in developing appropriate survey approaches or instruments; assume responsibility for all aspects of the survey process; and prepare a comprehensive report, in presentation format, with supporting documentation.
Work is anticipated to start after January 1, 2027.

The full RFP is posted here ››

You may request a copy of the Request for Proposals, by sending a written request by email to:

Paul Nevin
Minnesota Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
paul.nevin@state.mn.us

PROPOSAL DEADLINE: Proposals in response to the Request for Proposals in this advertisement must be received at the address above (via email) not later than 5:00 p.m., Central Time, July 20, 2026. Late proposals will not be considered.

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The GCDD expects that suppliers who are awarded funds for grant projects and programs are in full compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, and other requirements. This is true regardless of the dollar amount involved, or the type or size of the business. These requirements include a record keeping system that is best suited to the business, and will help monitor and track income and expenses, and other financial and business transactions.

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