City of Columbus #RFQ033090

Columbus Seeks Providers for Small Business and Non-Profit Training Programs (Accelerate Columbus 2027)

The City of Columbus Department of Development is seeking service providers for the Accelerate Columbus 2027 initiative. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Department of Development - Scope of Work: - Delivery of structured training, advising, and technical assistance programs - Targeted at aspiring and existing entrepreneurs and small businesses (15 or fewer W-2 employees) within Columbus - Includes support for non-profit organizations serving households below the ALICE threshold - Program Goals: - Address gaps identified in the City's Small Business Ecosystem Assessment - Advance the Columbus Small Business Agenda - Application Requirements: - Submission of a completed proposal signature form, proposal, references, and optional appendix - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a solicitation for service providers to design and deliver business training and support programs - Notable Requirements: - Programs must be tailored to the needs of small businesses and non-profits in Columbus - Providers should demonstrate experience in business training, technical assistance, and advising - Services must be accessible to organizations and individuals below the ALICE income threshold

Description

The City of Columbus, Department of Development is seeking applications from individuals, firms, and organizations to provide programs and services to small businesses and non-profits as part of the Accelerate Columbus 2027 program. The program aims to offer structured training, advising, and technical assistance to aspiring and existing entrepreneurs and small businesses with 15 or fewer W-2 employees within Columbus city limits, as well as non-profits serving households below the ALICE threshold. This initiative addresses gaps identified in the City's Small Business Ecosystem Assessment and supports the Columbus Small Business Agenda.

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