Maryland Technology Development Corporation - CDFI Technical Assistance Services (BRIDGE) RFP 2026
Maryland Technology Development Corporation | State of MarylandState · Columbia, MD- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
The 30-second brief
The Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) is seeking proposals from qualified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to provide technical assistance to Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual (SEDI) businesses and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) across Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. Selected CDFIs will provide one-on-one financial consultations, credit repair, business credit building, loan application support, and financial planning services. The BRIDGE program anticipates spending $400,000 annually ($100,000 to four CDFIs) over two years as fixed-fee contracts. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Written questions are due by October 15, 2026.
Quality of response to RFP Submittal Requirements and general clarity of the proposal, Demonstrated ability of the CDFI contractors to provide the Services, Previous relevant experience of the CDFI and key personnel, Proposed fees for services, Other factors include the CDFI contractors' presence in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.
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Summary
The Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) is seeking proposals from qualified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to provide technical assistance to Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual (SEDI) businesses and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) across Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Selected CDFIs will provide one-on-one financial consultations, credit repair, business credit building, loan application support, and financial planning services. The BRIDGE program anticipates spending $400,000 annually ($100,000 to four CDFIs) over two years as fixed-fee contracts. Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EDT. Written questions are due by October 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Quality of response to RFP Submittal Requirements and general clarity of the proposal, Demonstrated ability of the CDFI contractors to provide the Services, Previous relevant experience of the CDFI and key personnel, Proposed fees for services, Other factors include the CDFI contractors' presence in Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and the District of Columbia.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover page
- Proposal
- Resumes
- References
- Banks working with
- Budget
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, District of Columbia
- Reported agency
- Maryland Technology Development Corporation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Maryland Technology Development Corporation | State of Maryland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Maryland Technology Development Corporation | State of Maryland in MD, 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: "Quality of response to RFP Submittal Requirements and general clarity of the proposal, Demonstrated ability of the CDFI contractors to provide the Services, Previous relevant experience of the CDFI an..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 2, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Cover page, Proposal, Resumes, References, Banks working with, Budget. Review the full document from Maryland Technology Development Corporation | State of Maryland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, District of Columbia. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.