This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Waterville, Washington. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The project seeks qualified professionals with experience in research, planning, data analysis, and plan development to create the first county-wide Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the county. The strategy must fulfill both state and federal CEDS requirements while addressing the county’s specific economic needs and goals for an actionable plan. The aim is to enhance the county’s economic vitality by establishing short-term actionable tasks for the long-term diversification of the economic base. This includes sustaining traditional industries such as agriculture, expanding recreation, tourism, and hospitality, and identifying opportunities for growth in commercial and industrial sectors, particularly in energy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Bidders are instructed to refer to additional requirements and evaluation criteria provided on the county website, and are advised to thoroughly review all relevant documents prior to submitting a proposal.