The contractor shall provide services including, but not limited to, the following: a. One-on-One Technical Assistance Provide customized one-on-one legal support for participating businesses, including: Establishing or improving accounting systems (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.) Developing basic financial statements: income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow Preparing documentation for loan applications Budgeting and forecasting guidance Advising on financial management b. Training and Workshop Development Create and deliver a minimum of ten tailored training courses (virtual, in-person, or hybrid) with more than ten participants per training session. Topics may include small business bookkeeping, financial literacy, tax basics, cash flow management, preparing for lending, and recordkeeping; training topics must support SSBCI readiness and include an overview of the SSBCI Capital and TA programs. Provide training materials, post-session resources, and follow-up support included in the one-on-one technical assistance hours. Ensure sessions are accessible and inclusive for SEDI and rural communities.
