RECOVERY ACT MICROLOAN TRAINING

This contract involves a sole source award under the Recovery Act aimed at providing training and guidance for the Small Business Administration's Microloan Program. The contractor is responsible for advising the SBA on setting appropriate program metrics and goals, as well as delivering comprehensive training to SBA Microloan Intermediaries. The training will ensure that participants gain a clear understanding of key program metrics, data collection protocols, the distinction between performance and outcome data, and the tools necessary for effective data reporting and analysis. The work is to be performed in Washington, DC, with the primary point of contact being Joseph Hodges, Lead Contract Specialist. This opportunity is informational and not a solicitation for proposals or requests for information, emphasizing that the award will be executed without competitive bidding. The contract focuses on enhancing the capacity of Microloan Intermediaries to effectively measure and report their performance in alignment with the program’s objectives.