Funding & Partnership Strategy Development

The contract seeks to develop a comprehensive funding and partnership strategy to advance resilience initiatives by identifying and recommending viable sources of financial support and collaborative relationships from federal, state, and nonprofit entities. The work will focus on aligning potential funding opportunities and strategic alliances with the specific needs of resilience actions, ensuring that resources are effectively targeted and leveraged for maximum impact. The contractor will be responsible for researching, evaluating, and prioritizing potential funding streams and partners while maintaining a clear understanding of eligibility criteria, application timelines, and compliance requirements across multiple levels of government and nonprofit sectors. This subcontract is issued under the NAICS code 541611 for management consulting services and is solicited by the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry - BPL in Maine. Proposals must be submitted by June 30, 2026, with the posting date listed as May 20, 2026. There is no specified set-aside designation, and no point of contact or physical place of performance is provided beyond the agency’s jurisdiction in Maine. The work is expected to require deep familiarity with public funding mechanisms, partnership development, and the ability to deliver actionable, tailored recommendations that enable the implementation of resilience projects without direct execution of those projects. All communication and submission must occur through the designated online portal, and the contractor is expected to operate independently while maintaining alignment with the agency’s strategic resilience objectives.