SLED Opportunity · TEXAS · CITY OF ARLINGTON
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City of Arlington seeks proposals for an entrepreneurial development program supporting businesses at all growth stages through four annual cohorts tailored by industry and growth objectives. Electronic submissions encouraged. Pre-proposal meeting and key dates provided.
The intent of this solicitation is to provide a structured entrepreneurial development program designed to support businesses at all stages of growth, from aspiring entrepreneurs with a business idea to established businesses seeking to scale operations, increase revenue, expand markets, and create jobs.The Cohort Program will consist of four (4) cohorts annually, each designed to address the unique needs of varying business stages, industries, and growth objectives. Cohorts may be industry-specific or targeted to a broader audience depending on identified market demand and strategic priorities.The City of Arlington strongly encourages bidders to submit their response to this RFP electronically. If submitting a paper proposal, it must be submitted in a sealed envelope or package and labeled with the company name, solicitation number and title. Late proposals will not be accepted.The City of Arlington exclusively uses Euna Procurement for the notification and dissemination of all solicitations. The receipt of solicitations through any other means may result in your receipt of incomplete specifications and/or addendums which could ultimately render your bid/proposal non-compliant. The City of Arlington accepts no responsibility for the receipt and/or notification of solicitations through any other means.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Jul 29th 2026, 5:00 PM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Pre-Proposal Meeting | Hybrid; In person at Choctaw Stadium; Virtual via Microsoft Teams | This pre-proposal meeting is to review the scope of work and how to navigate Bonfire. The virtual option is for those who cannot attend in person. Choctaw Stadium; Mo Conference Room 1717 E. Randol Mill Rd., Suite 321 Arlington, Texas 76011 ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/286105070401870?p=qzNlESNpzqQ2sjRtGB Meeting ID: 286 105 070 401 870 Passcode: VV9uc7qy ________________________________________ Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 469-375-9689,,31946760# United States, Dallas (833) 268-8354,,31946760# United States (Toll-free) Find a local number Phone conference ID: 319 467 60# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN ________________________________________________________________________________ | Aug 7th 2026, 2:00 PM CDT | No |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | Aug 10th 2026, 2:00 PM CDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | Aug 20th 2026, 2:00 PM CDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| W9 Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Insurance ACORD Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 1. Instruction to Vendors | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 2. Standard Terms and Conditions | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 3. Authorized Signature and Contact Detail | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 4. Reference Sheet | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 5. Conflict of Interest Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Completed 6. Proprietary Information | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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