Strategic Planning: Request for Proposal
Job Description
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:
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:
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:
Who We’re Looking For
We seek a consultant with:
Key Dates
** Please view the full RFP on the TSCT Career Page (https://www.stevenscollege.edu/about/careers/) for further details and where proposals should be submitted.**
Company Description
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an acclaimed residential two-year college accepting students from throughout the state of Pennsylvania as well as veterans, members of the armed forces, and their families. As an accredited technical college, we are dedicated to preparing students for high-demand careers with family-thriving wages.
Founded as Stevens Trade School in 1905, the school was initially a public institution for orphans of the state who learned a trade combined with academic education. It was begun based on a bequest in the will of Thaddeus Stevens, a statesman who dedicated his life to creating access to education and equity among those who faced injustice.
Today, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers two-year associate degrees in 24 programs to more than 1,400 students. In addition, the college offers four nine-month certificate programs. At its Workforce and Economic Development Center, the College features several short-term trainings in partnership with Tec Centro, along with continuing education and professional development options.
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology is an acclaimed residential two-year college accepting students from throughout the state of Pennsylvania as well as veterans, members of the armed forces, and their families. As an accredited technical college, we are dedicated to preparing students for high-demand careers with family-thriving wages.\r\n\r\nFounded as Stevens Trade School in 1905, the school was initially a public institution for orphans of the state who learned a trade combined with academic education. It was begun based on a bequest in the will of Thaddeus Stevens, a statesman who dedicated his life to creating access to education and equity among those who faced injustice.\r\n\r\nToday, Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology offers two-year associate degrees in 24 programs to more than 1,400 students. In addition, the college offers four nine-month certificate programs. At its Workforce and Economic Development Center, the College features several short-term trainings in partnership with Tec Centro, along with continuing education and professional development options.