USBCI Small Business Technical Assistance

The State of Utah, through the Division of Purchasing and the Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity, is seeking multiple contractors to provide Small Business Services Assistance via this Request for Proposal (RFP). The procurement aims to establish contracts lasting up to five years, with the primary objective of delivering comprehensive technical support to small businesses within the state. Vendors must achieve a minimum aggregate score of 560 points from combined technical and cost evaluations to be considered for award. The proposal submission deadline is August 18, 2025, and the opportunity is structured to potentially award multiple contracts to responsive and responsible vendors. Key evaluation criteria will include technical capabilities, proposed methodologies for small business assistance, and cost-effectiveness of proposed services. Respondents must carefully review all attached documents, including Attachment A (Terms and Conditions), Attachment B (Scope of Work), and Attachment C (Technical Criteria), which provide detailed requirements and expectations for potential contractors.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the RFP suggests a competitive procurement process open to qualified small business service providers. The contract appears designed to support Utah's small business ecosystem, potentially offering opportunities for vendors with demonstrated expertise in technical assistance, business development, and economic support strategies. Contractors will likely be expected to provide services that enhance small business capabilities, though specific budget ranges are not specified in the available documentation. The procurement process emphasizes a comprehensive evaluation approach, with scoring based on both technical merit and cost considerations. Interested vendors should carefully review the vendor prerequisites, technical criteria, and cost proposal forms to ensure full compliance with the state's requirements and maximize their potential for contract award.