When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 19, 2026. Questions must be submitted by November 5, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $1,500,000.

It was issued by Empire State Development. The work is located in New York, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Economic development consulting firm with experience supporting entrepreneurship and business investment programs. Proven expertise in administering loans, grants, tax credits, and related public assistance. Experience coordinating real estate development, marketing, and job creation initiatives. Strong understanding of diverse local economies across New York State. Established provider with public-sector program management experience.

Global Entrepreneur Program Services (Due November 19, 2026)

New York seeks a vendor to deliver global entrepreneur program services supporting business investment, job creation, and local economic development. Questions are due by November 5, 2026, and proposals are due November 19, 2026.

Must be a public or private institution of higher education or an affiliated not-for-profit organization in New York State
Must provide at least a 25% cash match to the grant
Must be an H-1B visa cap-exempt employer
Must be prequalified in New York State Grants Gateway (for not-for-profits)
Must be registered and up-to-date with the New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau (for not-for-profits)
Must be registered and up-to-date with the New York State Office of the State Comptroller’s VendRep System (for not-for-profits)
Must comply with ISO Standards 27001, 27005 and 27035
Must comply with GDPR standards for data collection and protection
Must adhere to NYS and Federal Cyber Security and Information Security Polices and Laws
Must maintain Commercial General Liability insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million in the aggregate
Must maintain Professional Liability insurance of $1 million
Must maintain Worker’s Compensation & Employer’s Liability insurance at State statutory limits
Must maintain Disability insurance coverage at State statutory limits

RFA Release: October 2nd, 2026

Applicant Information Session: October 13th, 2026 and October 22nd, 2026

Deadline for Questions: November 5th, 2026

ESD Responses to Questions Posted: November 12th, 2026

Application Deadline: November 19th, 2026

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The government authority located in New York is seeking a vendor to provide global entrepreneur program services designed to promote a vigorous and growing state economy. The program is intended to encourage business investment and job creation while supporting diverse and prosperous local economies across the state.

Services may involve the efficient use and coordination of loans, grants, tax credits, real estate development, marketing, and other forms of assistance. Prospective vendors must submit all questions no later than November 5, 2026.

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