Specifications include, but are not limited to: The BACP Supplier Development Program, formerly known as the Encouraging Diversity, Growth and Equity (or ‘EDGE’), aims to create and grow small businesses as viable contractors for the City of Chicago. This program also aims to support those businesses once they become City contractors. This will be achieved by providing them with capacity-building services, such as: business development, proposal development, contract management, support with insurance/bonding, certifications etc. BACP will provide funding to one (1) local community and economic development organization, such as a chamber of commerce, community development corporation, or a not-for-profit agency. The selected grantee organization will work with the City of Chicago (City) to: 1. Design, organize, and execute capacity building programs and 2. Provide community-based outreach. The selected organization will receive a one-year award, with up to one extension not to exceed one year, at the discretion of the City, based on available funds, the need to extend services, program effectiveness and the Respondent’s performance. Design, organize, and execute capacity building programs. Business service organizations (BSOs) who are interested in responding to this RFP will provide targeted support to small businesses who want to become city contractors. Applicants should be skilled at identifying barriers and provide support for procurement opportunities. BSOs will be responsible for helping small businesses with: 1. Business Development a. The awardee will support business development by providing tools that can be applied immediately, supporting growth opportunities, and aiding them in building long-term relationships with vendors. b. The awardee will help businesses learn and develop skills in: i. Accessing Capital ii. Bonding and Insurance iii. Business Planning /Strategies