Michigan Economic Development Corporation - Trusted Connector Services RFP-CASE-462835 (2026)
Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee | State of MichiganState · Lansing, MI- Due
- Nov 6, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Contract Services
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation seeks proposals for Trusted Connector services to identify, engage, and make referrals for hard-to-reach Michigan entrepreneurs and small businesses into the statewide small business support ecosystem. The anticipated program allocation is up to $2,000,000 in total, with a maximum of $200,000 awarded to any single bidder. Services include high-touch outreach, business needs assessment, informed referrals to specialized providers, coordination with Small Business Support Hubs, and tracking of success measures such as entrepreneurs served, technical assistance, revenue growth, and jobs created. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Questions are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include established relationships and reach, needs identification and referrals, coordination with ecosystem, high-touch engagement capacity, target population and reach served, outcome measures and reporting, and financial controls and fraud prevention.
Establish and maintain trusted relationships and standing within the specific cultural community, Geography, Industry, Or population identified in the Bidder's proposal; Identify small business needs, Increase awareness of available resources in Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem, And make effective referrals to specialized providers; Coordinate with Michigan's Small Business Support Hubs and other statewide/regional providers; Maintain staffing, Community presence, And language/cultural competencies; Serve the geography, Population, Industry, Or entrepreneurial/small business community identified in the Bidder's proposal; Track and report success measures including entrepreneurs served, Technical assistance provided, Ecosystem referrals made, Revenue growth, Jobs created, Jobs retained, New contracts secured, Technologies commercialized, And patents acquired; Provide MEDC with documentation of leveraged funding sources; Maintain organizational policies governing financial reporting, Grant management, And fraud prevention; Participate in periodic check-ins, Site visits, And reporting requirements.
Established relationships & reach (20), Needs identification, awareness, & referrals (15), Coordination with SBSH & ecosystem (15), High-touch engagement capacity (15), Target population & reach served (10), Outcome measures & Reporting (15), Financial Controls & Fraud Prevention (10)
SUMMARY
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation seeks proposals for Trusted Connector services to identify, engage, and make referrals for hard-to-reach Michigan entrepreneurs and small businesses into the statewide small business support ecosystem.
The anticipated program allocation is up to $2,000,000 in total, with a maximum of $200,000 awarded to any single bidder. Services include high-touch outreach, business needs assessment, informed referrals to specialized providers, coordination with Small Business Support Hubs, and tracking of success measures such as entrepreneurs served, technical assistance, revenue growth, and jobs created. Proposals are due by November 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Questions are due by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include established relationships and reach, needs identification and referrals, coordination with ecosystem, high-touch engagement capacity, target population and reach served, outcome measures and reporting, and financial controls and fraud prevention.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Establish and maintain trusted relationships and standing within the specific cultural community, Geography, Industry, Or population identified in the Bidder's proposal; Identify small business needs, Increase awareness of available resources in Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem, And make effective referrals to specialized providers; Coordinate with Michigan's Small Business Support Hubs and other statewide/regional providers; Maintain staffing, Community presence, And language/cultural competencies; Serve the geography, Population, Industry, Or entrepreneurial/small business community identified in the Bidder's proposal; Track and report success measures including entrepreneurs served, Technical assistance provided, Ecosystem referrals made, Revenue growth, Jobs created, Jobs retained, New contracts secured, Technologies commercialized, And patents acquired; Provide MEDC with documentation of leveraged funding sources; Maintain organizational policies governing financial reporting, Grant management, And fraud prevention; Participate in periodic check-ins, Site visits, And reporting requirements.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Technical Proposals, Price Proposal, Signed Independent Price Determination Certificate (Attachment A), Conflicts of Interest Disclosure, Certificate of good standing from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number, Attestation of Good Standing with the Federal Government, Tax Identification Number, Attestation of two years of third-party financial audits (if 501(c)(3)), Additional Certification (Iran-linked business certification)
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Lansing, Michigan
- Reported agency
- Michigan Economic Development Corporation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee | State of Michigan?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Contract Services.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee | State of Michigan in MI, 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 Contract Services. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Establish and maintain trusted relationships and standing within the specific cultural community, Geography, Industry, Or population identified in the Bidder's proposal; Identify small business needs, Increase awareness of available resources in Michigan's entrepreneurial ecosystem, And make effecti. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Established relationships & reach (20), Needs identification, awareness, & referrals (15), Coordination with SBSH & ecosystem (15), High-touch engagement capacity (15), Target population & reach serve..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee | State of Michigan?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 6, 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: Technical Proposals, Price Proposal, Signed Independent Price Determination Certificate (Attachment A), Conflicts of Interest Disclosure, Certificate of good standing from the Michigan Department of L. Review the full document from Michigan Economic Development Corporation Executive Committee | State of Michigan for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lansing, Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.