Monitoring and Benchmarking Arizona Tax and Regulatory Competitiveness

The state of Arizona has issued a Request for Information (RFI) with Contract ID 66912194cebb8531290bbf58 seeking qualified vendors to conduct comprehensive monitoring and benchmarking of the state's tax and regulatory competitiveness. The procurement focuses on systematically collecting and analyzing data to evaluate tax and regulatory costs imposed on businesses within Arizona and its municipalities compared to other states and local jurisdictions. Key deliverables include developing data-informed policy and regulatory reform recommendations, with a specific emphasis on analyzing regulatory requirements for emerging industries. Vendors must demonstrate sophisticated analytical capabilities, strong research methodologies, and expertise in comparative business policy assessment. The RFI was posted on June 11, 2024, with responses due by June 26, 2024, indicating a relatively tight timeline for submission. The primary objective is to provide Arizona policymakers with actionable insights into the state's competitive positioning across tax and regulatory landscapes, potentially informing future economic development strategies.

While the RFI does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, it suggests a preference for vendors with advanced research capabilities and comprehensive analytical frameworks. The procurement appears open to a wide range of consulting firms, research organizations, and policy analysis entities with demonstrated expertise in economic competitiveness assessments. No incumbent vendors or existing technological infrastructure are specified in the available documentation. Though no specific budget range is outlined, the complexity of the requested analysis implies a substantial procurement with potential for significant research investment. The scope of work suggests this could be an initial exploratory phase potentially leading to a more comprehensive, long-term contract for ongoing tax and regulatory competitiveness monitoring. Interested vendors should be prepared to provide detailed methodological approaches, demonstrate deep understanding of multi-state comparative policy analysis, and showcase capability to generate actionable policy recommendations.