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Makerspace Market Research and Inventory Specialist

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This subcontract opportunity, managed by DAS Procurement for the state of Connecticut, seeks a Makerspace Market Research and Inventory Specialist to support prime contractors on Department of Economic and Community Development projects. The selected specialist will conduct a comprehensive environmental scan of the makerspace ecosystem, which includes identifying existing spaces, documenting governance structures and equipment, and performing detailed gap and sustainability analyses through operator outreach. The scope of work requires the use of data collection software and survey tools to build a robust contact database. The primary deliverable for this engagement is the Connecticut Community Makerspaces Environmental Scan Report. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 23, 2026, and the classification under NAICS code 541618.

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Connecticut seeks a specialist for makerspace market research and an environmental scan report.

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CT, USA

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Connecticut Community Makerspace Initiative

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Performs an environmental scan and inventory of the makerspace ecosystem for prime contractors on Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) projects. Identifies makerspaces, documents equipment and governance, conducts operator outreach, and performs gap and sustainability analyses. Uses survey tools and data collection software to create a contact database. Delivers the Connecticut Community Makerspaces Environmental Scan Report.

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