Strategic_Plan_G4G_FinalFINAL_(1).pdf

The document appears to be a strategic plan for the City of Santa Fe's Office of Economic Development, specifically for the Feria Southside 2025-26 initiative. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeks nonprofit or community-serving organizations to deliver a series of community markets, workshops, and networking opportunities supporting Hispanic and immigrant entrepreneurs. The project will be executed through two separate agreements: Event Management (up to $45,000) and Marketing & Communications (up to $30,000), with vendors restricted from applying for both scopes. The project timeline spans from December 2025 to June 2026, requiring three markets, two bilingual workshops (including childcare), and one networking event. The RFQ was posted on November 3, 2025, with proposals due by November 14, 2025.

The initiative is strategically designed to support local economic development, with a strong emphasis on equitable access to entrepreneurial programs for Hispanic and immigrant business owners in Santa Fe County. While no explicit set-aside designations are mentioned, the RFQ appears targeted at organizations with deep community connections and expertise in supporting immigrant entrepreneurship. The total potential funding is $75,000, and awardees will be expected to collaborate closely, share databases with the City of Santa Fe, and co-develop integrated event campaigns. The project aligns with broader city goals of supporting diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems, as supported by the American Immigration Council's research on immigrants' economic contributions to the region.