East Palo Alto Municode #On-Call Economic Development Consulting Services

East Palo Alto On-Call Economic Development Consulting Services Solicitation

East Palo Alto is seeking on-call economic development consulting services to implement its Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). - Government Buyer: - City of East Palo Alto, City Manager's Office, Community and Economic Development Department - Services Requested: - On-call economic development consulting covering nine task areas: - Economic development program support (strategic implementation, research, policy analysis) - Streamlining business licenses and permitting processes - Business outreach and retention (engagement, surveys, stakeholder meetings) - Small business and entrepreneurship programs (incubator programming, grant support) - Workforce development partnerships and coordination (training, employer engagement) - Economic development communications (newsletters, web content, marketing materials) - Development and investment support (site readiness, incentive analysis) - Economic development reporting and metrics (annual reports, dashboards) - Special projects and emerging opportunities - Additional initiatives include creating business guides, programming incubator spaces, appointing a Business Ambassador, launching Shop Local campaigns, developing business portals, and activating public spaces - Professional branding and marketing consultant services - Dedicated staff positions: Economic Development Manager and Specialist - Consulting support for public infrastructure improvements and catalytic project funding - Quantities: - Single agreement anticipated; annual budget up to $100,000 - Staffing options include 1 Economic Development Manager and 1 Specialist - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Ability to provide both remote and in-person services - Registration with California Secretary of State if selected - Compliance with City insurance and business license requirements - Team-based approaches and subcontractors allowed for specialized expertise - Emphasis on equity, community engagement, and investment-readiness - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; this is a professional services solicitation.

Description

The City of East Palo Alto is seeking proposals from qualified firms or individuals to provide on-call economic development consulting services to assist with the implementation of its Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). The consultant will provide technical expertise, project management support, business outreach assistance, and implementation services to advance the City's economic development goals. The contract is expected to be a professional services agreement with an initial term of five years, with options for renewal, and a maximum annual budget of $100,000. The consultant will serve as an extension of City staff and provide services on an as-needed basis.

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