Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development - CatalystQ Minority Business Accelerator Services - BPM057899 (2026)
Queen Anne's CountyCounty · Centreville, MD- Due
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Tinelli
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Summary
Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development (QACETD) seeks proposals for the continuation and expansion of its minority business training accelerator program, CatalystQ, funded through the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund.
The selected contractor will provide a dynamic suite of services to address key barriers faced by minority entrepreneurs and small business owners, focusing on access to capital, business knowledge, legal and regulatory compliance, and networking. The total budget for this program is $45,000, intended to serve a cohort of approximately 5 to 10 participants primarily through in-person delivery in Queen Anne's County, Maryland. The submission deadline was July 24, 2026, and questions were directed to Heather Tinelli via [email protected].
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Queen Anne's County, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Queen Anne's County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 24, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Heather Tinelli.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Queen Anne's County 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.
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 Heather Tinelli. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Queen Anne's County, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.