RFP 2026 SBA - Flipbook - Page 3
1. PRIORITY PROGRAMMING AREAS (BASED ON
SURVEY DATA)
LIT seeks proposals aligned with the following high-priority topics:
A. Procurement Readiness, RFP Support & Pipeline Awareness
Top-rated needs from survey respondents:
Assistance preparing RFPs and bids
Understanding procurement pipelines
DBE/IFR certification updates and compliance support
Access to agency and prime contractor directories
Ideal sessions include:
Bid-writing labs
How to read and respond to transit RFPs
Navigating procurement pipelines at agencies
UCP processes, IFR updates, DBE compliance training
Understanding scopes, budgeting, and contracting expectations
B. Small Business Operations, Certification & Capital Readiness
Survey priorities include:
DBE certification/recertification guidance
IFR changes & compliance pathways
Small business financing & capital resources
Possible programming:
Financial readiness for contracting
Access to capital, bonding, insurance
Back-office systems for government contracting
Certification pathways (DBE or others)
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