State of Missouri Office of Administration, Division of Purchasing

The buyer seeks a contractor to develop a comprehensive economic development strategy (CEDS) for Missouri. The CEDS will drive federal funding into communities, improve programs and policies, and promote bold economic development ideas. The contractor will conduct economic analysis, engage stakeholders, create an action plan, and develop an evaluation framework. The final CEDS must meet EDA requirements and be submitted by March 31, 2025.

• 7/23/2024 - Pre-proposal Teleconference
• 7/31/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 3/31/2025 - Contract End Date

• 10 years experience preparing regional or statewide CEDS
• 10 years experience partnering with state economic development agencies
• 10 years experience engaging economic and workforce development professionals
• 10 years experience developing work plans for regional and statewide CEDS
• 10 years experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis of economic trends

• Develop a comprehensive economic development strategy (CEDS) for Missouri
• Conduct economic analysis of state and regional conditions
• Perform SWOT analysis for Missouri's economy
• Engage stakeholders through meetings, workshops, and interviews
• Create action plan with themes, strategies, and actions
• Develop evaluation framework for CEDS implementation
• Conduct statewide skills assessment of workforce needs and opportunities
• Synthesize existing economic plans and research
• Facilitate feedback sessions across Missouri's regions
• Prepare final CEDS document meeting EDA requirements