Entrepreneurial and Small Business Development Support Services

The vendor is required to provide that entrepreneurial and small business development support service for strategic plan and the community economic development strategic plan, the city.
- City strategic plan
•    Provides overarching direction through the prosperity and economic security outcome area. 
•    It seeks to create an environment where all individuals and businesses can achieve economic security by intentionally identifying and removing barriers caused by systemic and institutional injustice. 
•    Collective prosperity and a vibrant, sustainable local economy are the ultimate goals.
- Community strategic economic development plan
•    This plan outlines specific, actionable strategies to accelerate local economic development. 
•    It focuses on enhancing city long-term competitiveness, particularly within four targeted industry sectors.
- Overarching economic development goals
a. Targeted industry development
•    Creative and professional services
•    Research and life sciences
•    Computers, electronics and information technology
•    Advanced materials and green manufacturing
b. Commercial tax base growth
•    Expand city commercial tax base by attracting and retaining businesses at the regional, national, and international levels.
c. Competitive advantage and innovation
•    Strengthen city competitive advantages to support sustainable economic growth and
•    Position the city as a regional leader in entrepreneurship, business development, and innovation.
- Desired services
•    Business retention and growth: prioritize support for existing businesses to ensure long-term success and expansion.
•    Support for small and mid-sized businesses: deliver tailored resources and programming to support the growth of small and mid-sized enterprises. 
•    Business-friendly environment: position city as the region’s top destination for business-friendly policies, streamlined services, and supportive practices.

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: August 6, 2025