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Website design, development, and integrated CRM system

Chicago Loop Alliance (CLA) is requesting proposals from individuals or companies to provide services to lead and execute a website and customer relationship management (CRM) development project that includes discovery, research, minor brand style refresh, website development and design, and content migration.


Qualified applicants will have significant experience leading and executing website development and design projects and working with other vendors if necessary to integrate new CRM systems and related research as needed.

The ideal solution(s) will significantly improve CLA’s ability to manage members, donors, and event attendees, as well as provide stimulating content to the larger consumer audience.

PROJECT TIMELINE

  • Vendor Q&A: Submit questions via email by October 23
  • Pre-proposal conference: October 31 – Interested vendors are invited to attend a meeting where all pre-submitted vendor questions will be answered by staff. Attendees will have the opportunity to receive clarifications regarding the RFP. This session will be held in person in Chicago with other potential vendors to ensure all parties have access to the same information. Vendors must RSVP in advance here to confirm your planned attendance and include the number of attendees and their names
  • RFP deadline: November 21

Proposal Submissions

Proposal submissions should be both received by mail and emailed by November 21 in the following formats:

By Email:

  • Project fees & expenses should be included as a separate attachment from the rest of the proposal.

Email to: Marketing@ChicagoLoopAlliance.com
Subject Line: CLA Web and CRM Proposal - [Respondent Name]
Proposal Attachment Title: CLA Web and CRM Proposal - [Respondent Name]
Costs Attachment Title: CLA Costs - [Respondent Name]

AND

By Mail:

  • Project fees & expenses should be sealed in a separate envelope than the rest of the proposal.

Mail four copies to:

Chicago Loop Alliance
Attn: Ariella Gibson
55 W. Monroe Street
Suite 2660
Chicago, Illinois 60603

Accessibility and accommodations

Chicago Loop Alliance is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all vendors. If you require any accommodation to participate in the RFP process, please contact us at Marketing@ChicagoLoopAlliance.com or by phone 312-782-9160. Email is preferred if possible. We will work with you to provide the necessary support and ensure accessibility.

Read the full request for proposal here.

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