General Statement of Work

Denver Economic Development & Opportunity (DEDO) is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to design, implement, and administer a small business program to support social equity applicants to establish a cannabis business in the City and County of Denver. The program will be funded using $380,000 from cannabis sales tax revenues. The selected organization will administer a program citywide, serving as the prime contractor and utilizing suitable community partners to deliver business supports and tools in which they specialize. Additional funding at the same or reduced levels could be provided annually for two to three years based on demand and success of the initial phase.

Materials and Information
RFP Guidelines (PDF, 304KB)
2020 Denver Cannabis Business and Employment Opportunity Report
Diversity & Inclusion Form
Opportunity Zone Map
Signed Cover Sheet - Exhibit A

Application
The proposal deadline is Friday, March 8, 2024 at 4 p.m.

Proposals will only be accepted electronically via the Application Portal