How to respond to Fairfax County’s RFEI: format, content and timeline

Aug 31, 2026

County staff told potential respondents to submit a short PDF answering who, what, how and why; high‑level cost estimates are sufficient and follow‑up requests for details may follow. Staff will post recordings and may publish FAQs if recurring questions emerge.

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County staff walked through what to include in an RFEI submission and how staff will use responses. ‘‘The real crux of the submission should answer who, what, how, and why,’’ McDonald said, advising respondents to introduce their organization, describe the concept, explain how it aligns with county goals and note what resources (land, financing, tonnage) the project would need.

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