Specifications include, but are not limited to: Task 1 – SBA 504 Loan Development 1.1 Pre-qualify the applicant and preparing all application materials for review by the H-GALDC Loan Committee; 1.2 Provide loan materials to the H-GALDC for review and scheduling of H-GALDC Loan Committee meeting; 1.3 Attend committee meetings and present loan application materials to the H-GALDC Loan Committee, either in-person or via phone conference; 1.4 Make changes to application materials as determined by the H-GALDC Loan Committee; 1.5 Upon approval by Loan Committee, conduct any follow-up work required for SBA approval of the loan. Task 2 – Marketing and Business Development Contractor will work with H-GALDC staff to develop and implement a strategic marketing plan that identifies goals for loan application increases, loan portfolio diversification, performance goals, and expansion of customer base, and includes, but not limited to: 2.1 Market services to entities such as small business development centers, chambers of commerce, lenders associations, and other organizations in the Houston-Galveston region and across the State of Texas; 2.2 Actively participate in regional small business lending and organizations (i.e. Houston Association of Government Guaranteed Lenders); 2.3 Diversify the current loan portfolio to include loans for business sectors outside of hotels and restaurants such as manufacturing, professional services, etc.