Seeking experienced firms; proposal deadline: July 16

The City of Antioch invites Antioch-based organizations to propose projects that advance economic development interests throughout the city. This request aims to award up to three grants of $20,000 each to the best projects. Proposals are due July 16!

The City of Antioch is seeking an experienced firm that can enter into a Contractor Agreement for economic development projects in Antioch, CA. The City is looking for organizations that have the ability to produce the advancement of economic development outcomes and will enter into a contractor agreement for a specific period of time.

The city boasts a variety of commercial corridors that serve as key hubs for business and economic activity. Antioch has designated areas like the Downtown Area also known as Rivertown as well as Western Antioch Commercial Focus Area, which includes regional commercial zones such as Somersville Towne Center and Delta Fair Shopping Center. Additionally, the Highway 4 Corridor plays a significant role in the local economy, with ongoing real estate developments and business expansions. The Commercial Infill Housing Overlay District has also introduced new zoning regulations, allowing for mixed-use developments in commercial areas like Lone Tree Way and Buchanan Crossings. These corridors provide retail, office, and industrial spaces, contributing to Antioch’s growing economy and community development.

Awardees should design and implement projects that result in tangible improvements to Antioch’s economic ecosystem. Projects funded under this RFP should aim to achieve at least two or more of the following outcomes:

1. Increased Economic Activity – Boost foot traffic, sales, or commercial occupancy rates in key corridors.
2. Business Retention or Expansion – Provide support or services that result in business stabilization, retention, or physical/operational growth.
3. Entrepreneurial Development – Foster new business creation, especially among underserved populations or within underutilized areas.
4. Commercial Corridor Revitalization – Visibly enhance underperforming areas (e.g., vacant storefront activations, façade improvements, pop-ups).
5. Job Creation or Workforce Upskilling – Generate new employment opportunities or improve job readiness among residents.
6. Community Engagement – Increase stakeholder participation, visibility of small businesses, or community pride in economic corridors.

The scope shall include but shall not be limited to:

• Advances current economic development strategies. Examples of this may be to hold convenings of Antioch merchants or activation of an economically depressed location
• Firm must demonstrate history of similar work in Antioch
• Submit reports, invoices and documentation in a timely manner
• Maintain an active business license
• Proof of non-profit status
• Follow terms of contract
• Maintain communication with City and attend regular check ins
• Show how the City of Antioch and its commercial areas will prosper with your company/firm

To evaluate the success of funded projects, grantees will be expected to measure and report on relevant key performance indicators such as increases in foot traffic, customer engagement, and retail sales; the number of businesses supported, retained, or expanded; the launch of new businesses or entrepreneur support efforts; the activation or improvement of underutilized commercial spaces; the creation or retention of jobs and workforce training outcomes; and/or levels of community participation, awareness, and satisfaction.

All grantees will be required to submit quarterly reports on progress made, as well as a final report at the conclusion of the grant term, which should include how the outcome was achieved and how the grant funds were expended. Reports will inform the City’s assessment of program impact and future funding considerations.

Read the program overview at www.antiochca.gov/fc/purchasing/bids/rfp-061625-sd.pdf and watch Bid Walkthrough video, here: www.antiochca.gov/fc/purchasing/bids/rfp-061625.mp4 and read the RFP, here:

www.antiochca.gov/fc/purchasing/bids/rfp-061625.pdf.

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Econ Dev Projects RFP

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