We Source NYC Business Technical Assistance Program RFP

NYCEDC is pleased to invite eligible entities to submit a proposal in response to the We Source NYC Business Technical Assistance Program Request for Proposals ("RFP").

NYCEDC launched We Source NYC in 2023 to develop capacity among Local Suppliers to fulfill industry demand for goods and services in the offshore wind (“OSW”) industry.

Through this RFP, NYCEDC seeks to enter into an agreement with a consultant (the “Consultant”) to operate a comprehensive business technical assistance and communications program to develop the capabilities of local small- and medium-sized manufacturers, construction service providers, and industrial equipment suppliers (“Local Suppliers”) to capture contract opportunities in regional OSW supply chains.

The Consultant will, at minimum, be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing an individualized business technical assistance program to increase the number of Local Suppliers in regional OSW supply chains; and
• Developing and implementing an accessible business-facing communications initiative to increase awareness of OSW industry news and contracting opportunities amongst Local Suppliers.

NYCEDC plans to select a consultant on the basis of factors stated in the RFP which include, but are not limited to: alignment with We Source NYC goals and objectives, quality of proposed program elements, Respondent’s experience and qualifications, and proposed pricing.

Optional Information Session

An optional information session will be held virtually via videoconference on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024 at 10:00AM EST. Those who wish to attend should RSVP by email to [email protected] on or before Wednesday, July 10th, 2024 at 5:00PM EST.

Inquiries

Respondents may submit questions and/or request clarifications from NYCEDC no later than Wednesday, July 31st, 2024 at 5:00PM EST. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP should be directed to [email protected]. Answers to all questions will be posted by Wednesday, August 7th, 2024. Questions regarding the subject matter of this RFP will not be accepted after Wednesday, July 31st, 2024 at 5:00PM EST, however, technical questions pertaining to downloading and submitting proposals to this RFP may be directed to [email protected] on or before September 4th, 2024 at 11:59PM EST.

Submission Guidelines

Detailed submission guidelines and requirements are outlined in the RFP, available as of Tuesday, June 25th, 2024.

Please submit your response via electronic upload by clicking here and uploading your proposal.

RESPONSES ARE DUE NO LATER THAN Wednesday, September 4th, 2024 at 11:59PM EST.

M/WBE

It is the policy of NYCEDC to comply with all federal, state and City laws and regulations which prohibit unlawful discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status and other protected category and to take affirmative action in working with contracting parties to ensure certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) share in the economic opportunities generated by NYCEDC’s projects and initiatives.

NYCEDC encourages meaningful participation by women-owned business enterprises ("WBEs") and minority-owned business enterprises ("MBEs") (WBEs and MBEs collectively referred to as "M/WBEs") in its contracting opportunities. It is anticipated that this may not be a requirement of the Agreement(s). However, if the Chosen Respondent will be leading the Capital Work, it is required to include a plan that outlines the use of M/WBEs in the Project.