Phoenix, United States
The Arizona Department of Commerce (ADOC) is a State agency that markets Arizona internationally for economic development. In the Asia-Pacific markets, ADOC has had contract representation for foreign direct investment and trade promotion for the past 15 years.
The State of Arizona is seeking to establish representation in Asia-Pacific - excluding Japan - to attract Foreign Direct Investment to Arizona in one or more areas of:
-- Aerospace and Defense: manufacturing and R&D;
-- Biotechnology: Bio-pharma Manufacturing; Bio-pharma Therapies (R&D); Medical Diagnostic Devices; Genomics; Nanotechnology;
-- Sustainable industries: biomass energy; solar; hydrology; geospacial devices; and
-- Next generation electronics; semiconductor and electronic manufacturing; optics.
Copies of the Request for Proposal (RFP) C056-07 are now available. To secure a complete copy of the RFP you must e-mail your request to Procurement@azcommerce.com. To ensure accuracy in transmission of information, telephone requests cannot be accepted.
Proposals must be submitted on or before 3:00 pm (MST) on July 19, 2007. Please take note of the official due date and time. It is the responsibility of the potential offeror to request the RFP in sufficient time to prepare a proposal and submit it in accordance with the official due date and time. Late proposals will not be considered.
Through leadership and collaborative partnerships, the Arizona Department of Commerce creates vibrant communities and a globally competitive Arizona economy. The Arizona Department of Commerce is the State's community and economic development authority. It works with communities, businesses and economic development organizations to build the foundation for a strong economy and superior quality of life through the development of competitive industries and sustainable communities.
Source: Business Wire (Business Wire India)