Partner with the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business to: Provide support and training for small…

Virginia State University has awarded a contract valued at $10,000.00 to Dr. Shawn M Nicholson LLC under contract number PCO05375792, effective June 8, 2026. The prime contractor will partner with the Reginald F. Lewis College of Business to provide comprehensive support and training services to small businesses operating in the Richmond Metropolitan area, as well as to Virginia State University student entrepreneurs. These services span the full business lifecycle, from initial concept development through operational implementation and sustainability planning.

The deliverables are specifically designed to align with Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation requirements for societal impact and institutional effectiveness. The contract encompasses one line item with a unit price of $10,000.00, with delivery to be directed to Bernita Green. The scope of work supports entrepreneurial development initiatives and small business capacity-building within the Richmond Metro region, leveraging the academic resources and institutional credibility of Virginia State University's business college to enhance economic activity and workforce development in the local market.