California Medical Device Export Accelerator Request for Offer (RFO)

The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO‑Biz) is seeking a qualified organization to design and deliver a multi‑phase “Medical Device Export Accelerator” for California‑based medical‑device companies with FDA clearance. The effort will consist of market‑research, virtual export‑readiness training, individualized market‑fit diagnostics, and a hands‑on accelerator that includes coaching, matchmaking, and legal seminars. The contractor must manage up to nine companies simultaneously, provide monthly progress reports, and comply with a $120‑$150 K budget ceiling. • Phase 1 (Nov 2026‑Feb 2027): Develop market‑evaluation methodology, prioritize international markets, and deliver final market‑prioritization reports. • Phase 2 (Feb‑Mar 2027): Create and deliver virtual training modules for the top five priority markets, recruit eligible companies, and produce attendance/feedback reports. • Phase 3 (Mar‑Apr 2027): Conduct three‑market comparative analyses per company and provide 30‑minute consultations. • Phase 4 (Apr‑Sep 2027): Select up to 20 companies for intensive coaching, matchmaking meetings, and market‑specific legal seminars, culminating in a comprehensive final program report.