City of Birmingham - BOLD Funding Program FY27 Cycle Request for Proposals - 2026
City of BirminghamCity · Birmingham, AL- Due
- Aug 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 13, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Birmingham's Department of Innovation and Economic Opportunity (IEO) is soliciting proposals for public funds to promote economic development, resilience, and mobility under the Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) funding program FY27 cycle. The program targets small businesses, workforce development, eliminating barriers for MWDBEs, creative placemaking, and high-growth industries across geographic priority areas including East Lake, Ensley, Five Points West, Fourth Avenue Business District, North Birmingham, Smithfield/Elyton, Titusville, and Woodlawn. Most awards range from $50,000 to $150,000, with a performance period from January 4, 2027 to January 3, 2028. Proposals are due by August 13, 2026, and must include a completed application form, budget narrative with a 20% cost matching leverage plan, organizational status documentation, fiscal sustainability evidence, and partner MOUs where applicable.
Mission-oriented focus on inclusive economy, alignment with BOLD objectives, focus on BOLD geographic priority areas, intimate understanding of economic landscape, compelling project plan and budget narrative, apparent fiscal sustainability and capacity
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Summary
The City of Birmingham's Department of Innovation and Economic Opportunity (IEO) is soliciting proposals for public funds to promote economic development, resilience, and mobility under the Building Opportunities for Lasting Development (BOLD) funding program FY27 cycle.
The program targets small businesses, workforce development, eliminating barriers for MWDBEs, creative placemaking, and high-growth industries across geographic priority areas including East Lake, Ensley, Five Points West, Fourth Avenue Business District, North Birmingham, Smithfield/Elyton, Titusville, and Woodlawn. Most awards range from $50,000 to $150,000, with a performance period from January 4, 2027 to January 3, 2028. Proposals are due by August 13, 2026, and must include a completed application form, budget narrative with a 20% cost matching leverage plan, organizational status documentation, fiscal sustainability evidence, and partner MOUs where applicable.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Mission-oriented focus on inclusive economy
- Alignment with BOLD objectives
- Focus on BOLD geographic priority areas
- Intimate understanding of economic landscape
- Compelling project plan and budget narrative
- Apparent fiscal sustainability and capacity
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Completed application form
- Budget Narrative Template
- Organizational status documentation
- Profit and Loss Statement
- IRS Form 990 or 990-N or recent audit report
- Partner Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs)
- Submit to
- ieo.birminghamal.gov/bold
- Scope location
- Birmingham, Alabama
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Birmingham?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: ieo.birminghamal.gov/bold.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Birmingham in AL, 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.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Mission-oriented focus on inclusive economy, alignment with BOLD objectives, focus on BOLD geographic priority areas, intimate understanding of economic landscape, compelling project plan and budget n..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Birmingham?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Birmingham are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Birmingham 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: Completed application form, Budget Narrative Template, Organizational status documentation, Profit and Loss Statement, IRS Form 990 or 990-N or recent audit report, Partner Memorandums of Understandin. Review the full document from City of Birmingham for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Birmingham, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.