CatalystQ– The Catalyst for Minority Business Excellence in Queen Anne’s County Queen Anne’s County — Bid BPM057899
Notice July 9, 2026
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Bid Number: BPM057899 Category: Other Departments Status: Open Publication Date/Time: 7/9/2026 12:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 7/24/2026 3:00 PM Contact: Questions about the Scope of Work or requests for additional information should be directed to: Heather Tinelli @ htinelli@qac.org. Questions via telephone or other methods will not receive responses, as email provides the best opportunity for tracking and accountability.
Detail page: https://www.qac.org/bids.aspx?bidID=324 Attachments:
- CatalystQ RFP 2026 (https://www.qac.org/DocumentCenter/View/26071)
- RESPONSES TO QUESTIONS 7-20-26 (https://www.qac.org/DocumentCenter/View/26126)
Description:
Queen Anne’s County Economic & Tourism Development (QACETD) invites proposals from qualified entities to deliver innovative and impactful services for the continuation and expansion of its minority business training accelerator program CatalystQ- The Catalyst of Minority Business Excellence in Queen Anne’s County. This initiative seeks to build and strengthen the ecosystem for minority entrepreneurs and small business owners in Queen Anne’s County, Maryland. Launched in 2025, CatalystQ, a minority business training accelerator program, provided 8 minority entrepreneurs with targeted support, training, and micro-grants to develop and launch their businesses. Funded through the Community Reinvestment and Repair Fund, the program demonstrated success in fostering business creation, equity, and economic growth.
With renewed funding, QACETD is continuing its business accelerator efforts and seeks a qualified partner to implement a dynamic suite of services that address key barriers faced by minority entrepreneurs, including access to capital, business knowledge, legal and regulatory compliance, and networking.