When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 10, 2026.

It was issued by Virginia Wine Board. The work is located in Virginia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Wine industry strategy and consulting firm. Experience supporting research, education, and marketing initiatives. Knowledge of sustainable agricultural or beverage-industry development. Strong grant-funded program design and project management capabilities. Ability to develop initiatives aligned with long-term industry strategies.

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Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Virginia, United StatesPosted: September 15, 2026Deadline: November 10, 2026

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SUMMARY

The agency is seeking a vendor to develop and support Wine Vision strategy initiatives involving research, education, and marketing. Projects must advance a vibrant and sustainable wine industry and cannot be intended to finance individual businesses.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must implement the Wine Vision strategy
Projects must include extension or demonstration if research-focused
Must advance viticulture and enological research concerning Virginia grape growing and wine production
Must not be for product development or establishing new enterprises
Must not be for legislative or lobbying efforts
Must submit pre-proposal via Google Form
Must be a one-year project

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Optional webinar: October 19th, 2026

Pre-proposal submission deadline: November 10th, 2026

Board meeting for selection: December 3rd, 2026

Final proposal submission deadline: February 10th, 2027

Grant period of performance: June 1st, 2027, through May 31st, 2028

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Virginia Wine Board

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DESCRIPTION

The agency seeks a vendor to provide wine vision strategy services supporting research, education, and marketing projects that implement the Wine Vision strategy. The goal is to help ensure a vibrant and sustainable wine industry.

Proposals should focus on strategic projects aligned with these objectives. Grant funding is not intended to serve as a small business loan or to establish or finance individual businesses, although the agency may incubate ideas that could eventually become self-sustaining.

An optional pre-bid webinar is scheduled for October 19, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 10, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Virginia Wine Board. The work is located in Virginia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Wine industry strategy and consulting firm
Experience supporting research, education, and marketing initiatives
Knowledge of sustainable agricultural or beverage-industry development
Strong grant-funded program design and project management capabilities
Ability to develop initiatives aligned with long-term industry strategies

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