Farmer's Market

Pierce County is seeking qualified organizations to develop or expand local farmer’s markets aimed at increasing access to nutritious food within communities or neighborhoods that currently lack such markets or face food insecurity. The initiative is part of a broader effort to improve food equity and support community health by establishing or enhancing farmer’s markets that serve underserved populations. The contract is open to organizations that can demonstrate the capacity to effectively implement these projects, with a funding range between $50,000 and $250,000. The solicitation, identified as 24-004-CAP-FM, was posted on June 21, 2024, with a deadline for responses set for July 15, 2024. Interested organizations are encouraged to contact Anne Marie Edmunds via email or phone for further details and to access the project portal for additional information. The project falls under the State and Local Government and Education (SLED) category, with the goal of fostering community-based food access solutions. The contract emphasizes competitive selection through a Request for Proposals process, ensuring that the most capable and innovative proposals are chosen to serve Pierce County’s food security needs. The accompanying budget guidance document provides detailed instructions for proposers on preparing their financial submissions, including allowable costs related to salaries, materials, equipment, and other direct expenses, ensuring transparency and proper allocation of funds for the successful start-up or expansion of farmer’s markets.