How to bid on the Top State for Talent Metrics and Implementation Strategy for Virginia Economic Development Partnership

What the agency is buying

The Virginia Economic Development Partnership is looking for a contractor to create a "Top State for Talent" framework. This framework will help employers understand Virginia's access to skilled workers and its workforce education and training programs. The goal is to highlight Virginia as a leading state for talent.

This is a professional services opportunity that will be performed remotely.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 07, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for professional services firms with expertise in developing strategic frameworks, talent metrics, and implementation strategies. Firms with experience in economic development, workforce analysis, or similar consulting services would be a good fit. The work is remote.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click "View original source" to open solicitation 125740 on eVA, Virginia's eProcurement portal. You can read the posting publicly without an account.

To submit a response, you will need to sign in with a free eVA vendor account. Ensure you complete this step before the August 31, 2026 deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review the entire solicitation document on eVA to understand all requirements and evaluation criteria. Pay close attention to the specific deliverables expected for the "Top State for Talent" framework and implementation strategy.

Clearly articulate your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving strategic framework development, talent analysis, or economic development initiatives. Highlight how your proposed approach will meet the Virginia Economic Development Partnership's objectives.

Ensure your response is well-organized, concise, and directly addresses each point requested in the solicitation. Proofread all materials to eliminate errors and present a professional submission.