Jan 29, 2021
Summary:
AgLanta is seeking RFP respondents for a USDA-funded local food promotion (LFPP) grant! This grant aims to provide more food access and market opportunities to increase farmer revenue. Register for the pre-bid conference at bit.ly/aglanta2021rfp.
Project Overview:
Services Being Procured: The Department of City Planning, in coordination with the Mayor's Office of Resilience, is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to manage the implementation of the AgLanta Grown program. AgLanta Grown is a local food promotion program that will aid in increasing market access. The program also works to build a coalition of producers, consumers, and advocates to stimulate the local food economy.
Using Department: Department of City Planning
Pre-Proposal Conference: Friday, January 29, 2021 at 11:00 via Zoom Conference Call
Register in advance for this Zoom Webinar Pre-Conference: bit.ly/aglanta2021rfp
Site Visit: N/A
Proponents looking for a current registry of certified small, disadvantaged, female and minority firms are advised to utilize the Office of Contract Compliance's Prism Compliance Management Portal link: https://atlanta.prismcompliance.com/Contractor/plugins/pages/ContractorFilteredSearch.aspx
Deadline to Submit Questions in Writing: Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at 4:00 p.m ET
Proposal Deadline: Monday,February 22, 2021 at 2:00 p.m ET
City's Contact Person: Jesse Wilson, Contract Specialist, jewilson@atlantaga.gov
FURTHER READING:
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