AIDEA Benchmarking and Best Practices

The Alaska Industrial Development Export Authority (AIDEA) issued RFP 16095 to obtain consulting services for the first stage of its long‑range strategic planning. The scope requires benchmarking AIDEA against comparable Development Finance Authorities, compiling a best‑practice compendium, and delivering actionable recommendations. Offerors must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, submit a concise proposal (max 8.5×11 pages), and be prepared to provide a price estimate after proposal receipt. The contract period runs from February 2016 through May 2016, with an estimated value between $50,000 and $200,000 and a preferred fixed‑price arrangement. Worldwide Growth Enterprises, Inc. was selected as the awardee. • Benchmark AIDEA against peer DFAs • Produce best‑practice and recommendation reports • Deliver work within a four‑month window.