Small Business Outreach & Technical Assistance Provider

The contract is for a subcontract to serve as a Small Business Outreach & Technical Assistance Provider under the State Small Business Credit Initiative program. The primary responsibilities include conducting targeted outreach to underserved small businesses, assisting them with application processes, and delivering ongoing technical support to help them meet eligibility requirements and successfully secure funding. The work is focused on increasing access to capital for businesses that have historically been excluded from traditional financing options, with an emphasis on equitable participation and capacity building across Oregon. Performance is centered in Salem, Oregon, with a zip code of 97301, and the contract is open for responses through January 1, 2032. The North American Industry Classification System code is 541611, indicating management, scientific, and technical consulting services. The Economic Development Division of Oregon is the overseeing agency, and while there is no specified solicitation number or set-aside designation, the contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it operates under a larger federal or state-funded initiative. The extended response window indicates a long-term operational need, allowing flexibility for ongoing engagement with small businesses over several years.