RFP-Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 105 Consulting Services

The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation is seeking a qualified firm to provide consulting and legal services to manage the day-to-day activities of the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) 105. The scope of work includes providing administrative support, monitoring the FTZ 105 ASF designation, supporting ASF applications, and conducting informational seminars. The successful proposer will enter into a one-year contract with the possibility of renewal for up to two additional one-year periods. The budget for the initial contract period is not expected to exceed $50,000. Key aspects of the job include: • Providing administrative support to the Corporation in its role as the grantee of FTZ 105 ASF • Monitoring the Rhode Island FTZ 105 ASF designation and providing assistance in formulating responses to questions or concerns generated by the FTZ-Board staff • Supporting ASF applications, including Subzone, Usage Driven, or Magnet Site for zone designation and authorization • Conducting two informational seminars for prospective Rhode Island FTZ users • Providing guidance to Rhode Island-based companies seeking to complete ASF applications • Generating and maintaining template applications for new companies interested in pursuing FTZ applications • Assisting Rhode Island companies in evaluating the potential benefits of an FTZ based on a company's unique supply chain and operations • Pre-application support to Rhode Island companies considering an application for an FTZ designation