Proposed Sole Source - Art Grant Administration

The Office of Economic Development and International Trade is seeking a sole source provider for art grant administration. The selected vendor will be responsible for managing the Arts in Society grant program, which is a collaborative funding initiative with multiple other funders. The vendor will provide administrative services, including application, review, and funding processes. The program aims to support artists and arts organizations in Colorado. Key features of the program include continuity and trust in the arts community, as well as the ability to leverage state dollars alongside other public and private funds. The vendor will be expected to provide a high level of service and expertise in artist support. Some key points to consider are: * The vendor will be responsible for managing the grant program's application, review, and funding processes. * The vendor will be expected to provide a high level of service and expertise in artist support. * The program aims to support artists and arts organizations in Colorado. * The vendor will be expected to work closely with multiple funders and stakeholders. * The vendor will be expected to provide continuity and trust in the arts community.