Scope of Work

NYSEDC and ESD seek a partner to execute a dual-track digital transformation. This project requires the simultaneous evolution of the NY Loves Nano brand identity and the technical overhaul of its primary digital asset, ensuring that the new visual narrative is seamlessly embedded into the user experience.
I. Track I: Brand Strategy and Visual Identity Consultant will work with NYSEDC and ESD to redefine the NYLN brand for a global audience. Specific factors to include in the analysis are, including but not limited to:
• Brand Audit: Perform a comprehensive audit of existing NYLN brand assets and facilitate discovery sessions with NYSEDC, ESD, and consortium partners to define a new strategic direction.
• Persona Mapping: Identify and map the needs of primary target audiences, including but not limited to site selectors, semiconductor C-suite executives, academic researchers, and high-tech talent.
• Draft 1 & Draft 2 Concepts: Presentation of initial brand directions followed by a refined second draft based on NYSEDC/ESD feedback.
• Brand Style Development: Design a modern visual identity, including a new logo, color palette, and typography that aligns with the semiconductor industry’s aesthetics.
II. Track II: Website Engineering and Implementation The consultant shall design and build a modern digital platform to serve as the primary information hub for the consortium with features including but not limited to:

• Website Architecture & UX/UI Design: Develop site maps and wireframes for a responsive, intuitive digital interface optimized for both desktop and mobile.
• Draft 1 & Draft 2 Prototypes: Interactive wireframes and UI designs provided for review and revision prior to the final build.

• Content Migration: Audit current content, migrate necessary data, and produce new high-impact multimedia assets.
• Technical Build: Build a secure, SEO-optimized website on a scalable CMS (e.g., Drupal or WordPress) that prioritizes functionality, SEO, and LLM optimization.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Conduct rigorous cross-browser, accessibility, and analytics integration testing prior to launch.
• Launch & Training: Develop a go-to-market digital launch plan and provide staff training for ongoing CMS management.
• Lead Generation & Integration: Design and implement secure inquiry forms for site selectors and investors, with a clear data flow to designated NYS stakeholders.
• Global Performance & Accessibility: Ensure the site is optimized for global performance (low latency) and adheres to WCAG 2.1 AA standards for universal accessibility.
• Data Security: Specify the proposed hosting environment and security protocols (SSL, SOC2, or similar) to protect consortium data.
• Ownership: The selected firm will grant full ownership and intellectual property rights for all final assets, code, and brand materials to NYSEDC/ESD upon project completion.

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The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) is seeking proposals from qualified research firms to design, administer, and analyze a comprehensive Member Benefits Survey. The purpose of this initiative is to evaluate member awareness, utilization, satisfaction, and perceived value of IEDC programs, services, and benefits. Findings from the survey will help inform strategic decision-making, member engagement efforts, program development, and targeted marketing communications.

IEDC is seeking a partner that can provide strategic guidance throughout the process, including survey design, benchmarking, data analysis, reporting, and actionable recommendations to support continued organizational growth and member value enhancement.

Questions regarding this RFP must be submitted in writing to [email protected] no later than May 30, 2026. Responses will be provided to all prospective vendors by June 02, 2026. IEDC will not respond to questions received after the deadline.

Please submit all bids by June 15, 2026. 

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Central County Economic Development Master Plan (CCEDMP) . The County, in collaboration with the Central County Alliance (CCA), an entity consisting of representatives from seven (7) municipalities is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced CONSULTANTS to develop a comprehensive, data-driven multi-year Economic Development Master Plan.

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Request for Proposals- Port Arthur Economic Development Corporation Request for Proposals (RFP)

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