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SSBCI Technical Assistance (TA) for Venture Capital Readiness Program

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Construction Auditing Services – San Mateo Event Center Improvement Projects
Solicitation # 2027-RFP - Informal-00183
The County of San Mateo, through the County Executive's Office, is soliciting proposals under RFP No. 2027-RFP-Informal-00183 for a qualified independent certified construction auditing firm. The objective is to perform fast-track audits for four specific improvement projects at the San Mateo Event Center: the San Mateo County Resiliency Center (SMCRC), Cypress Restroom Project, RV Park Project, and CalOES Generator Project. The selected consultant will investigate financial accountability, identify potential overpayments or unsupported costs, and verify compliance with contractual requirements. The scope of work includes reviewing procurement records, bidding processes, payment applications, and change orders, with a requirement to complete the auditing services within 60 days. The resulting agreement will have a base term of one year and will be based on the County's standard contract template for agreements under 200,000 dollars. Key deliverables for each audit include an audit work plan, document request list, preliminary and final findings reports, a management response and resolution log, and supporting workpapers. Proposers must demonstrate at least four years of similar experience within the last seven years and must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM). Proposals are due by November 2, 2026, and will be evaluated on a points-based system, with the County reserving the right to interview top-scoring firms before making a final selection.
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Empire State Development is launching the SSBCI Technical Assistance Program to bolster the ability of Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual (SEDI)-owned businesses and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) to secure capital from SSBCI-supported equity programs. The initiative focuses on both pre- and post-application support, offering specialized legal, accounting, and financial management services. Key areas include legal support for fund formation and governance, accounting services like audits and digitization, and financial advisory ranging from investor readiness to pitch development. Special attention is given to assisting emerging and regional venture fund managers, accelerator fund managers, and high-growth founders, with the goal of strengthening organizational skills and improving access to investment capital. The contract will commence in December 2025 or January 2026, running for three years, with total grant awards between $500,000 and $2 million. Services will be delivered across all counties in New York State. To qualify, respondents must have a proven track record of aiding SEDI-owned businesses or VSBs, meet state compliance standards, and demonstrate the ability to connect applicants with SSBCI Equity Programs in alignment with US Treasury guidelines. Subcontracting is permitted, but recipients remain fully responsible for compliance and quality. There are no set-aside certifications or minimum participation goals required, and all selected entities must maintain thorough documentation in accordance with federal and state regulations. The proposal submission deadline is October 22, 2025.

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Empire State Development funds SSBCI technical assistance for SEDI-owned businesses, focusing on capital access.

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Empire State Development

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NY, USA

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AgencyEmpire State Development
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Empire State Development
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Julia BorukhovDirector, Procurement

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Program DescriptionEmpire State Development (ESD) is administering the SSBCI Technical Assistance (TA) Programto support those investing in Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Individual (SEDI)-ownedbusinesses and Very Small Businesses (VSBs) in accessing capital from SSBCI-supportedequity programs. The initiative prioritizes assistance in expense coverages in legal, financial,and accounting services that strengthen applicant readiness, enhance post-investmentsupport, and improve foundational skills. Special focus is placed on supporting Emerging andRegional Venture Fund Managers, Accelerator Fund Managers, and high-growth Founders,particularly those applying for SSBCI funding.Eligibility & RequirementsEligible respondents in legal service providers, financial advisory firms, and technicalassistance providers with proven experience helping early-stage businesses and fundmanagers secure capital. Applicants must demonstrate the capacity to:• Provide pre- and post-application support including legal, accounting, and financialmanagement assistance;• Improve readiness for SSBCI Equity Program applications;• Leverage existing networks to deliver services aligned with US Treasury guidelines;• Support SEDI-owned businesses and VSBs through 1:1 counseling, training, andstrategic advising.Competitive proposals will showcase an existing track record of working with these targetgroups and an ability to deliver services such as: • Legal: fund formation, investor agreements, governance documents;• Accounting: audits, record digitization, financial statement preparation;• Financial Advisory: investor readiness, portfolio modeling, and pitch development.  Compliance & Subcontracting Provisions TA grant recipients must comply with SSBCI Program Guidelines, 12 U.S.C. § 5701, and Uniform Guidance (2 C.F.R. Part 200) for federal awards. Subcontractors are allowed, but recipients are responsible for ensuring all subcontracted work aligns with program goals and federal requirements. Grantees must maintain records, submit appropriate documentation, and ensure quality and compliance throughout the subcontracting relationship. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Set Aside: No Total MWBE Participation Goals: 0% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Contracting Goal: 0% Disadvantaged Owned Sub-Contracting Goal: 0% Due date:10/22/2025 5:00 PM Late Submissions will NOT be accepted Contract term: TBD County(ies): All NYS counties Location: NY Statewide Business entities awarded an identical or substantially similar procurement contract within the past five years: None

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