When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 14, 2026.

It was issued by Washoe County. The work is located in Reno, Nevada, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Economic development consulting firm with strategic planning expertise. Experience conducting socioeconomic, infrastructure, and commercial market assessments. Proven community and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Background in workforce development, housing, small business, tourism, and multimodal planning. Ability to develop costed implementation plans with measurable performance metrics. Experience working with local governments or public agencies.

Economic Development Strategic Plan Development Service (Due November 5, 2026)

Overview

Architecture, Engineering & Urban Planning

Reno, Nevada, United StatesPosted: October 1, 2026Deadline: November 5, 2026

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SUMMARY

The agency is seeking professional services to create a comprehensive economic development strategy for Sun Valley, including market analysis, community engagement, strategic priorities, and an actionable implementation plan. The final deliverables will include a written report and presentations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified firm
Must hold an active and valid Nevada State Business License
Must be registered as a foreign business entity in Nevada if based out of state
Must not be on any State of Nevada, Federal, or County debarment or suspension lists
Must maintain required insurance coverage including General Liability, Automobile Liability, Professional Errors and Omissions, Technology Professional Liability, and Crime Insurance
Must agree not to engage in a boycott of Israel
Must submit proposals in two distinct parts: Technical Proposal and Cost Proposal

TIMELINE

Release Date: September 30th, 2026

Proposers' questions due: October 14th, 2026

County's answers posted: October 21st, 2026

Proposal due: November 5th, 2026

Proposal opening: November 5th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 14, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Washoe County

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DESCRIPTION

The issuing agency seeks a qualified vendor to develop a comprehensive economic development strategy for Sun Valley, Nevada. The work will include an assessment of existing economic conditions, including employment, business inventory, commercial vacancy rates, tax revenue, demographic trends, and infrastructure capacity for water, sewer, and transportation.

The vendor will conduct market analysis to identify target industries, commercial sectors, compatible business types, and opportunities for mixed-use development. The engagement will include accessible and inclusive community and stakeholder participation through public workshops, interviews, and surveys.

The resulting strategy must establish short-term, medium-term, and long-term goals addressing workforce development, commercial corridor revitalization, mixed-use development, affordable and workforce housing, small business development and retention, recreation and tourism, multimodal connectivity, and infrastructure investment priorities. The vendor will also prepare a detailed implementation plan with prioritized actions, responsible parties, estimated costs, performance metrics, and an ongoing monitoring framework, followed by a final written report and presentations. Questions must be submitted by October 14, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 5, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 14, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washoe County. The work is located in Reno, Nevada, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Economic development consulting firm with strategic planning expertise
Experience conducting socioeconomic, infrastructure, and commercial market assessments
Proven community and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Background in workforce development, housing, small business, tourism, and multimodal planning
Ability to develop costed implementation plans with measurable performance metrics
Experience working with local governments or public agencies

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