Alachua County Annual Small Grant Initiative (SGI) RFA 26-416-PM 2025
Alachua County, Alachua County, FL·County
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- Primary Contact
- Trelany Pennington · (352) 264-6751
- Scope Location
- Gainesville, FL
- Submission Address
- 12 SE 1st ST, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL, 32601
SUMMARY
Alachua County is seeking applications from emerging small businesses for the Small Grant Initiative to support organizations benefiting residents at or below 150% Federal Poverty Level. Applications are due September 3, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Evaluation Phases
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Instruction to Proposers, Terms and Conditions, Insurance, Scope of Work, Proposed Requirements and Organization, Request for Proposal Selection Procedures, Evaluation Phases, Attachments, Application
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Alachua County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 3, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 12 SE 1st ST, 3rd Floor, Gainesville, FL, 32601. For questions, contact Trelany Pennington.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Evaluation Phases" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alachua County?
All active and historical solicitations from Alachua County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alachua County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Instruction to Proposers, Terms and Conditions, Insurance, Scope of Work, Proposed Requirements and Organization, Request for Proposal Selection Procedures, Evaluation Phases, Attachments, Application. Review the full document from Alachua County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alachua County in FL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Trelany Pennington at (352) 264-6751. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gainesville, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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