Throughout the year, ARC issues requests for proposals (RFPs) seeking contractors to support research and evaluation on topics impacting economic development in the Appalachian Region, or to assist in administering community capacity initiatives. Occasionally, ARC seeks contractors for technical projects that strengthen our internal processes to ultimately better fulfill our mission.
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Evaluation of ARC’s Business Development Site Grants
ARC is seeking a qualified consultant to evaluate the impact of our business development site grants, which are designed to grow existing businesses, attract new industries to the region, and help improve residents’ quality of life.
This program evaluation will examine approximately 250 grants that closed between fiscal years 2015 and 2024, representing almost $90 million in ARC funding.
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Proposals are due July 10, 2026.
