Innovation District Plan RFP

All submissions must be made via email to Garth Wadsworth by April 19th, 2024 to be eligible for consideration.

Full RFP details can be found here.

This project will develop a place-based innovation strategy for the mining technologies industry in Rapid City, SD. The project is part of the Economic Development Administration's Tech Hubs program, respondents. Respondents to this RFP should be qualified and eligible to work on federally-funded projects.

The strategy should help Rapid City and the Black Hills Region apply for and achieve designation status as an EDA Tech Hub.

The Innovation District Plan RFP is being published in conjunction with a request for proposal for a Market Assessment and Workforce Development Plan. The market assessment and workforce needs and employment projections developed as a result of the Market Assessment and Workforce Development Plan are intended to help inform the Innovation District planning efforts. Qualified firms are encouraged to submit responses to both RFPs.

This project will identify key components of an innovation district and leverage future investments to develop the public infrastructure necessary to accommodate increased development intensity. The project will also develop a sense of place and identity that is attractive to the workforce of future industries and improves student retention.

1. Synthesis and Update of Existing Plans
2. Site Inventory
3. Development Proposals
4. Public Amenities & Implementation Plan
5. Circulation Plan
6. Place Making & Streetscape Design Recommendations