Project Information

Bid Title

Consulting Services, Economic & Target Industry Analysis

Issuing Agency

City of St. Petersburg

Location

Florida

Published Date

Apr 6, 2026

Closing Date

May 21, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Project ID:

Title: Consulting Services, Economic & Target Industry Analysis

Addenda: 0

Release Date: 4/6/2026

Due Date: 5/21/2026

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Consulting Services, Economic & Target Industry Analysis

Request For Proposal

Economic Development

91827 , 91832 , 91837 , 91849

Project ID: RFP- 26 - 157

Release Date: Monday, April 6, 2026

· Due Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026 3:00pm

Posted Monday, April 6, 2026 10:29am

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Draft Response Events RSVP No Bid44 days, 17 hours, 42 minutes

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Posted At:Mon, Apr 6, 2026 10:29 AM
Sealed Bid Process:Yes (Bids Sealed / Pricing Sealed)
Private Bid:No

Overview

Summary

The City of St. Petersburg (City) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a Target Industry Study for the City. The study shall include a comprehensive economic and market assessment analyzing economic conditions, labor market trends, and industry performance at the local, regional, state, and national levels. This assessment shall also evaluate workforce demographics, educational assets, underemployment, location quotients, and emerging and innovation-driven sectors relevant to the City’s economic growth.

Stakeholder engagement will be a key component of the study. The selected firm shall gather input through interviews, focus groups, and/or surveys with a broad range of stakeholders, which may include employers, small businesses, educational institutions, healthcare and social service providers, business organizations, and public-sector partners. This engagement should ensure that diverse and equitable perspectives are incorporated into the study findings. The study shall also benchmark St. Petersburg against peer cities and national best practices to assess the City’s competitive position. This analysis shall identify successful models, competitive advantages, barriers to industry cluster development, and the continued relevance of the industry clusters identified in the 2014 Grow Smarter Initiative.

Based on the results of the assessment, stakeholder engagement, and benchmarking analysis, the study shall provide clear recommendations regarding retained, refined, and new target industry clusters, along with an actionable implementation framework for the City.

Background

The Grow Smarter Strategy, developed in 2014 through a partnership between the City of St. Petersburg and the St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, served as a comprehensive economic development plan intended to strengthen the City’s competitive position and support diversified, inclusive economic growth. The strategy was informed by broad community engagement, including interviews, focus groups, and surveys, and was centered on strengthening the workforce, expanding access to quality jobs, and enhancing St. Petersburg’s overall sense of place.

As part of that effort, the strategy identified five target industry clusters considered well-positioned for growth within the City:

• Marine and Life Sciences
• Data Analytics
• Specialized Manufacturing
• Creative Arts and Design
• Financial Services

Implementation of the Grow Smarter Strategy contributed to several significant economic development initiatives and outcomes, including the creation of the St. Petersburg Economic Development Corporation (EDC), the formalization of the Innovation District, and continued support for small business and entrepreneurial development programs.

Timeline

Release Project Date:

April 6, 2026

Question Submission Deadline:

April 27, 2026, 12:00pm

Question Response Deadline:

April 29, 2026, 3:00pm

Proposal Submission Deadline:

May 21, 2026, 3:00pm

Evaluation/Shortlisting Meeting (Non-Mandatory):

June 4, 2026, 2:00pm

1 4th Street N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Conference Room 800

** The Evaluation/Shortlisting meeting is tentative and subject to change. Any changes to the schedule will be posted as a notice to the solicitation. **

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541618Other Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541690Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
• NAICS 541990All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

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