EDI Request for Proposals - Current EDI Projects - Capacity Building Only
Title:  

EDI Request for Proposals - Current EDI Projects - Capacity Building Only

Agency:  

City of Seattle

State:  

Washington

NAICS Code:  

813319

Solicitation Type:  

Request for Proposal

Solicitation ID:  

2025-038

Open Date:  

8/11/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting Date:  

8/20/2025

Questions Due Date:  

9/22/2025

Close Date:  

9/29/2025

Projected Award Date:  

12/19/2025

Project Duration:  

24 months

Last Updated:  

9/4/2025

Description:
The City of Seattle's Equitable Development Initiative (EDI) is seeking proposals from community-based organizations for capacity building projects that address displacement pressure, opportunity gaps, and community development in Seattle. The total funding available for current EDI projects is $14 million, with capacity building awards limited to $75,000 per year for two years (up to $150,000). The proposal should demonstrate work that primarily serves City of Seattle residents located within communities that face high risk of displacement and address at least three of the Equity Drivers from the Implementation Plan. • The project should be led by an organization that is incorporated as a nonprofit in the State of Washington or has a fiscal sponsor. • The organization should have a clear strategy to support the community's long-term capacity-building work. • The proposal should include a detailed Sources & Uses Budget and Cash Flow for the project. • The project should be likely to be successfully implemented and represent an area that has, is, or is likely to experience significant displacement pressure.
Attached Files:

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Contact Information:

Giulia Pasciuto(Equitable Development Initiative Fund Manager)

giulia.pasciuto@seattle.gov

(206) 568-1598

Budget Estimate (AI):

$75,000 – $150,000

Based on the information provided, the budget for this opportunity can be estimated to be up to $150,000, as that is the maximum capacity building award available for a two-year period. However, the actual budget may vary depending on the specific project proposal and the evaluation criteria used by the City of Seattle. Factors that may influence the likely payment range include the scope and complexity of the project, the experience and qualifications of the proposing organization, and the level of community engagement and support for the project.

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