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International Representation Service

GeorgiaGeorgia, USADue Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Client
Georgia
RFP Number
MRB-56786
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Description

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The buyer requires an in-market consultant to deliver international representation services in Canada to support agency economic development interests. The contractor must develop and maintain relationships with Canadian companies currently operating within the agency's jurisdiction by conducting meetings in Canada. Additionally, the contractor must contact at least 50 top Canadian prospect companies annually and maintain relationships with four to six top local site selection companies, accelerators, service providers, or multipliers. Measurable goals include generating 20 qualified business recruitment leads and 10 active projects annually for assignment to agency project managers. The buyer requires the contractor to perform all work offsite. Eligibility is restricted to onshore vendors based exclusively in the USA. The contract covers a one-year period, and the buyer requests vendors to submit a budget proposal.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from 1436222-2085656906A. Request for Proposal Instructions.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Georgia Department of Economic Development is seeking a qualified in-market consultant to represent Georgia's economic development interests in Canada. The contractor will support foreign direct investment and business recruitment efforts to drive investment and job creation in Georgia. Eligible contractors must be based in Canada with at least three years of applicable experience.

Issued by
Georgia Department of Economic Development
Responses to Written Questions
09/23/2026 17:00 p.m. ET
Proposals Due/Close Date and Time
10/13/2026 13:00 p.m. ET
Proposal Evaluation Completed (on or about)
11/13/2026
Review of Cost Proposals
12/03/2026
Final Evaluation (on or about)
12/07/2026
Notice of Award [NOA] (on or about)
12/14/2026
How to submit
Electronic via the State's web-based Sourcing Tool
Submission details
Submitted electronically in accordance with the Georgia Electronic Records and Signature Act. Must include a separate redacted electronic copy if claiming Open Records exemptions.
Contract term
Initial term of one (1) year with four (4) one (1) year renewal options.
Place of performance
Canada (Offsite), with required annual attendance at a meeting in Georgia lasting up to 5 business days.
Insurance and bonding
Awarded supplier must procure required insurance and provide two (2) Certificates of Insurance within ten (10) business days of award.

How proposals are evaluated

Cost of proposed products and/or services100 points
Mandatory ResponsibilitiesPass/Fail
Mandatory Scored and/or Additional Scored300 points
Interview/Site Visit Mandatory Scored600 points

Scope of work

  • Contact and meet with a minimum of 32 existing Canadian companies with a Georgia presence annually
  • Initiate contact with no less than 50 top Canadian prospect companies annually and meet with at least 12
  • Establish and maintain relationships with 4 to 6 top local site selection companies, accelerators, and service providers
  • Develop 20 qualified business recruitment leads and 10 active projects per year
  • Provide ongoing support and follow-up assistance for prospective Canadian companies
  • Submit monthly activity reports alongside invoicing
  • Provide an annual suggested work plan and budget estimate for activities and events for the following fiscal year
  • Coordinate up to two high-level business missions per year led by the Governor or state VIPs

Minimum qualifications

  • Must be based in Canada
  • Minimum of three (3) years of applicable experience
  • Significant ties to the business community in market
  • Primary representative based in Canada with flexibility to travel throughout the market
  • Strong command of spoken and written English
  • Capability for remote access throughout the business day via mobile devices
  • Must not be a Scrutinized Company

Documents to include with the bid

  • Technical Proposal
  • Cost Proposal
  • Contact information for at least three (3) business references
  • Redacted Copy of proposal (if claiming Open Records Act exemptions)
  • Scrutinized Company written certification or statement

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