Strategic Planning: Request for Proposal

THADDEUS STEVENS COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Strategic Planning Consultant Services (2027-2032 Strategic Plan) Request for Proposal -

Opportunity Overview Proposal Due:

June 9, 2026 by 5:00 p.m.

EST Location:

Lancaster, Pennsylvania Project Timeline:

July 2026 - June 2027 About Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is a public, two-year technical institution dedicated to transforming lives through education. Founded in 1905, the College serves approximately 1,500 students across: 24 Associate Degree Programs 5 Certificate Programs Multiple campus locations and specialized learning centers Our mission is centered on creating access and opportunity by preparing economically and socially disadvantaged students-and all qualified learners-for successful careers and meaningful participation in society. Project Overview The College seeks an experienced consultant to facilitate development of its 2027-2032 Strategic Plan through a collaborative, inclusive, and data-informed process. The selected partner will guide a comprehensive planning process focused on: Institutional effectiveness Workforce and technical education priorities Student success and equity Stakeholder engagement Long-term innovation and measurable impact Scope Highlights The consultant will provide support across four phases: Phase 1: Strategic Planning Design & Project Management Phase 2: Environmental Scan & Institutional Assessment Phase 3: Stakeholder Engagement & Strategy Development Phase 4: Strategic Plan Development Deliverables include: Environmental scan and findings Stakeholder engagement summaries Strategic priorities and goals Executive summary materials Board presentation materials Final strategic plan and implementation toolkit Who We're Looking For We seek a consultant with: Higher education strategic planning experience Experience with technical/community colleges preferred Expertise in stakeholder engagement Data-informed and equity-focused planning experience Strong facilitation and communication skills Experience with public-sector organizations preferred Key Dates Milestone Date RFP Released May 12, 2026 Proposal Due June 9, 2026 Interviews/Presentations June 22-24, 2026 Selection June 30, 2026 Project Kickoff August 2026 Strategic Plan Completion March 2027 Board Approval April 2027

Proposal Submission Penni Longenecker Director of Planning, Assessment, Accountability, and Institutional Research Email:

longenecker@stevenscollege.edu

Phone:

717-391-3548 Please submit proposals electronically. Please view the full RFP for further details.