Oregon Business Development Fund (OBDF) Loan Referral Services

The Oregon Business Development Department, operating under the Economic Development Division, is soliciting contractors to provide loan referral services for the Oregon Business Development Fund loan program. The goal is to identify and refer eligible prospective applicants who meet the program’s criteria for business development financing. Contractors will not administer loans or provide financial services but are expected to actively engage with potential borrowers, assess their suitability, and submit qualified referrals directly to Business Oregon for further evaluation and processing. The contract is open through November 1, 2029, allowing for a long-term partnership with vendors who can consistently deliver high-quality referrals across the state. All work under this solicitation is to be performed in Salem, Oregon, with the primary point of contact being Denise Wendler, Purchaser, reachable at 971-718-6790. The solicitation, identified as S-12300-00011380, was posted on September 27, 2024, and is open to qualified entities seeking to support economic development efforts within Oregon. While no specific set-aside or NAICS code is designated, the contracting authority is a state-level agency focused on advancing local business growth. Interested parties must respond through the official Oregon Buys portal to be considered for participation in this ongoing referral initiative.