Clackamas County Office of Economic Development Business Development Grant Program 2026
- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Duration
- 18 months
- Primary contact
- 4biz
- (503) 742-4249
The 30-second brief
Clackamas County Office of Economic Development invites traded-sector businesses producing or manufacturing goods within Clackamas County and selling outside the county to apply for the Business Development Grant Program. Funding is available for capital investments or workforce development projects, including machinery, equipment, software, site development, employee training, and hiring. Individual awards are a maximum of $100,000, with $600,000 total funding available this cycle, requiring a 100% or more match from awardees. Applications close on October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, and must be submitted electronically via the official web form.
Project Fit (5%), Need for Funding (20%), Economic Impact (60%), Project Feasibility (15%)
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Summary
Clackamas County Office of Economic Development invites traded-sector businesses producing or manufacturing goods within Clackamas County and selling outside the county to apply for the Business Development Grant Program.
Funding is available for capital investments or workforce development projects, including machinery, equipment, software, site development, employee training, and hiring. Individual awards are a maximum of $100,000, with $600,000 total funding available this cycle, requiring a 100% or more match from awardees. Applications close on October 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM Pacific Time, and must be submitted electronically via the official web form.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
project budget .xlsx template, documentation to prove source and availability of matching funds up to 5 pages
- Submit to
- https://www.clackamas.us
- Scope location
- Clackamas County, OR
- Reported agency
- Clackamas County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Housing Authority of Clackamas county?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.clackamas.us. For questions, contact 4biz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Housing Authority of Clackamas county in OR, 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 4biz at (503) 742-4249. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Project Fit (5%), Need for Funding (20%), Economic Impact (60%), Project Feasibility (15%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Housing Authority of Clackamas county?
All active and historical solicitations from Housing Authority of Clackamas county are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Housing Authority of Clackamas county regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 18 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: project budget .xlsx template, documentation to prove source and availability of matching funds up to 5 pages. Review the full document from Housing Authority of Clackamas county for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clackamas County, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.