C2023797_CleanTechSectorStudyRFP_Addendum1.pdf

This addendum to Request for Proposal No. C2023797 issued by the Oregon Business Development Department (Business Oregon) provides clarifications regarding a Cleantech Sector Competitiveness Assessment and Opportunity Analysis consultant procurement. The RFP seeks a qualified consultant to conduct a comprehensive assessment and analysis of the cleantech sector's competitiveness and opportunities in Oregon. Proposals are limited to six pages, excluding the specified attachments (Attachments A and B), with information in appendices not permitted to exceed this page limitation. The Oregon Business Development Department anticipates awarding the contract within the first two weeks of March. The selected consultant will participate in regular project progress calls with Business Oregon staff, who will provide clarification and guidance as needed throughout the project execution.

The addendum confirms that Business Oregon will actively support the selected contractor through ongoing communication and decision-making assistance during project implementation. No pricing information, set-asides, or contract term details are specified in this addendum document. The procurement represents a standard competitive selection process through OregonBuys, Oregon's eProcurement system, with the contract award expected in early March. This clarification document does not modify or expand upon the original RFP requirements but provides prospective bidders with answers to commonly asked questions to facilitate proposal development.