Solicitation Waiver, Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)

The Governor's Office of Economic Development in Nevada is seeking a noncompetitive contract with SRI International to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the state's economic landscape and develop a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). The primary deliverables include mapping Nevada's key economic assets and challenges to growth, identifying opportunities for emerging industries and diversification within mature industries, and developing actionable strategies based on the justification provided in the attached Solicitation Waiver. The contract requires SRI International to analyze the current economic conditions, identify growth opportunities, and produce strategic recommendations for economic development. This is a noncompetitive procurement that requires approval from the State Board of Examiners (BOE) pursuant to NRS 333.700(7) for state service contracts. The due date for submission is December 8, 2025, which coincides with the posting date, indicating an expedited timeline. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the available information, the contract award will be contingent upon BOE approval and the justifications outlined in the Solicitation Waiver document.

The procurement is structured as a noncompetitive contract specifically directed toward SRI International, which inherently restricts competition and vendor eligibility to the named contractor. No information regarding disadvantaged enterprise set-asides, small business preferences, or other restrictions on organizational types has been identified in the available documentation. There is no reference to incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure that requires integration with the CEDS development process. The contract value or budget range has not been disclosed in the posted opportunity materials. Given the specialized nature of economic development strategy work and the direct award to SRI International, pricing and contract terms would likely be negotiated between the Governor's Office of Economic Development and the contractor following BOE approval.