CDBG - Economic Development

The Dane County Department of Human Services is soliciting proposals under the CDBG Economic Development program with a solicitation number of 42708-CDBG-ED, posted on May 12, 2026, and with a submission deadline of June 22, 2026. Funding is available for multiple projects within the category, though the maximum award per application and total funding pool are not specified. All applicants must complete the full online application via the Dane County eProcurement Portal and submit an electronic signature; failure to do so will render the application ineligible for review or funding. Projects must align with the Dane County Consolidated Plan and meet CDBG National Objectives, ensuring at least 51% of beneficiaries are low- and moderate-income individuals. Performance must occur entirely within Dane County, Wisconsin, under FOB destination terms, and all activities must be shovel-ready by Q1 2027. Proposals will be evaluated on a 100-point system prioritizing Project Approach (35 points), followed by Need and Priorities (20 points), Financial Information (20 points), Experience and Qualifications (15 points), and Past Performance (10 points). The award will be made based on best value through a trade-off process, not on lowest price alone. Key evaluation criteria include program structure, outreach effectiveness, measurable outcomes, staff qualifications, low staff turnover, and consistent financial reporting. Proposers must provide a valid Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and a current SAM.gov registration screenshot, disclose organizational structure, and respond to triggers regarding prior fund misuse, labor violations, displacement impacts, or past financial issues, each requiring supplemental documentation. All materials must be first quality with no pre-owned or defective items permitted, and alternates may only be proposed if fully justified with manufacturer, stock number, and equivalency details, subject solely to Dane County’s approval. Contractors must comply with OSHA and Wisconsin Department of Commerce safety standards, adhere to data privacy laws, indemnify the County against claims, and allow public access to contract-related records. No formal funding amount or contract value is provided, and there are no specified option periods, military packaging standards, or accounting codes like TAS or ACRN. Invoices must follow purchase order instructions, and no specific payment office or invoicing system is designated. Key personnel must be named with qualifications disclosed, and all proposals must be submitted exclusively through the online portal with supporting documents uploaded as required. Confidential information may be designated but pricing