Economic Development Purpose The consultant shall determine the role of the AgTech Innovation and Manufacturing Park, Agricultural Park (with food innovation center) in supporting the region’s economic development objectives by strengthening the post-secondary presence, nurturing an atmosphere of entrepreneurialism, and increasing the viability of food innovation throughout the region. Community and Stakeholder Support The consultant shall detail the level of regional and stakeholder support for the AgTech Park Innovation and Manufacturing Park, Agricultural Park (AgTech Park) and its expected impact on the overall success of the project. This will include face to face interviews with business (local and external), education, government, and community leaders to gauge the potential level of interest in the park. The consultant should also determine the services and equipment needed within the facility to generate willingness and desire for entrepreneurs within the region to see this as a viable location and local business leaders to support the project. Market Analysis Report Market research and community outreach should culminate in a market analysis, which clearly and fully demonstrates why the park and innovation center is or is not feasible and should address the identification of critical “go/no-go” criteria. The consultant should provide viable recommendations that would strengthen the AgTech Park’s sustainable success. Facility Components/Design Recommendation From the research collected, the selected consultant shall provide recommendations of necessary components to be included in the AgTech Park to maximize its return-on-invest the long-term success of this facility. Consultants shall also highlight components that are desirable yet optional and others that are redundant and unnecessary. This should include components of the park that would be necessary for a food innovation center to be sustainable...
