Lea County OpenGov #8-(25-26)

Lea County Economic Development Services Solicitation

Lea County, New Mexico is seeking proposals for a one-year contract to provide comprehensive county-wide economic development services. - Government Buyer: - Lea County Administration Department, Procurement Officer: Zayra Jacobs - Scope of Services: - Strategic planning for economic development - Business attraction and retention initiatives - Workforce development programs - Community and infrastructure development support - Assistance with funding and incentives - Marketing and public relations activities - Regular reporting and evaluation - Key Deliverables: - Economic Development Strategic Plan - Quarterly progress updates (due within 15 days after each quarter) - Annual performance report (due within 30 days after fiscal year end) - Marketing materials and grant applications - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must demonstrate organizational capacity and provide recent certified audits or financial reviews - If applicable, proof of nonprofit status is required - Compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the Anti-Donation Clause of the New Mexico Constitution - Mandatory quarterly and annual reporting - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the County's OpenGov portal - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified service providers

Description

Lea County is soliciting proposals for economic development services to promote sustainable growth, support existing businesses, attract new industries, enhance workforce development, and improve community quality of life. The scope includes strategic planning, business attraction and retention, workforce development, community infrastructure, funding, marketing, and reporting. The contract term is one year, and proposals must include qualifications, project approach, staffing, experience, budget, and regulatory familiarity. Responses must be submitted electronically by February 27, 2026.

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