Missoula County

Buyer is seeking proposals from entities interested in partnering on a Community Development Block Grant Economic Development (CDBG-ED) application. The grant aims to stimulate economic development by providing loans to create jobs, retain jobs, or provide job training. Buyer will select one applicant to proceed with preparing a CDBG-ED application to the Montana Department of Commerce. Projects must benefit low- to moderate-income residents and align with the county's economic development priorities.

• 8/5/2024 - RFP issued
• 8/27/2024 - Deadline for submitting written questions
• 9/3/2024 - Written responses posted
• 9/6/2024 - Proposal Due Date
• 9/20/2024 - Notification of accepted/rejected project

• Obtain a Unique Entity ID through SAM.gov
• Prepare grant application narrative
• Provide business plan and financial statements
• Verify project meets HUD CDBG low-to-moderate income requirements
• Create hiring and training plan
• Document project does not displace existing jobs
• Confirm project addresses economic development goals
• Gather letters of support
• Provide documentation of other funding sources
• Enter subrecipient agreement if funded