Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 5:00pm

NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

THE CITY OF SEATTLE

SEATTLE REDISTRICTING COMMISION

Request for Proposal
for
Seattle Redistricting Commission District Master

Click here to access the Request for Proposal

Purpose
The Seattle Redistricting Commission is seeking an independent consultant with geographic information system (“GIS”) expertise and experience and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a politically sensitive environment to serve as District Master. The District Master will be the technical population data and map expert for the five-member Redistricting Commission as it redraws City of Seattle Council Districts using 2020 Census data and other relevant data and information. Based on criteria provided by Commission members, and following statutory and Charter requirements, the District Master will draft a redistricting commission report, produce District maps, and provide demographic analysis of the proposed plans. The consultant will be expected to respond impartially to multiple competing requests from Commission members, who may have conflicting priorities and goals.

Applications Due: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 5:00pm
Applicants should submit proposals electronically to the Seattle Redistricting Commission at
city_redistricting@seattle.gov using the subject line “Seattle Redistricting Commission District Master.”