Economic Mobility

The State of Utah, through the Division of Purchasing and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development, is seeking qualified professional service providers to support the Raising Expectations through Accountability, Community, and Hope Initiative under a five-year contract. This procurement is designed to secure consulting expertise focused on advancing economic mobility across the state, with an emphasis on community engagement, accountability measures, and holistic support systems that foster long-term resilience and opportunity. Vendors must submit statements of qualifications outlining their experience, capabilities, and approach to delivering these services, without including any pricing information. The selection process will prioritize the highest-ranked proposers based on technical merit and alignment with the initiative’s goals, followed by negotiations to establish fair and reasonable compensation and contractual terms. The solicitation, identified as CS27-6, was posted on August 10, 2026, with responses due by August 18, 2026, and is open to qualified design professional service providers and consultants under Utah Procurement Code 63G-6a Part 15. If negotiations with the top-ranked vendor fail to reach agreement on compensation or contract conditions, the state may move to the next highest-ranked respondent. The work is expected to be performed throughout the state of Utah, with Charm Siddoway serving as the primary point of contact for inquiries. All submissions must be made through the designated online portal, and vendors are encouraged to demonstrate proven success in designing and implementing similar initiatives that drive equitable economic outcomes.