RFP - Aerospace and Defense Ecosystem Asset Mapping Project

Arizona Association for Economic Development
Tucson, AZ
Organization: Pima County

City: Tucson

Location: Arizona

Date Posted: January 2, 2026

Country: United States of America

Primary Category: Economic Development

Type of Position: RFP / Contract

Description & Details

Summary

Pima County Economic Development is seeking qualified consultants to develop a comprehensive asset map of aerospace and defense companies and their adjacent industry partners in Southern Arizona. This foundational research project will create a centralized database to enhance regional supply chain development, research collaboration, and strategic economic planning.

Project Overview

  • Scope: Map aerospace/defense companies and adjacent industries (optics, photonics, manufacturing, R&D, supply chain) in Southern Arizona, with primary emphasis on Pima County
  • Duration: 14 weeks from kickoff to final deliverables
  • Budget: Not to exceed $10,000
  • Phases: Research & data collection, verification & validation, database development & analysis, and final deliverable creation

Key Deliverables

  • Comprehensive database with detailed company profiles including contact information, operational data, certifications, and supply chain indicators
  • Executive summary report (15-25 pages) with key findings and recommendations
  • Geographic analysis with visual mapping and cluster identification
  • Supply chain gap analysis
  • Methodology guide for replication
  • Contact database in multiple formats (Excel, CSV)
  • Visual asset map showing ecosystem relationships

Required Qualifications

  • At least 3 examples of industry ecosystem mapping or cluster analysis projects
  • Experience in aerospace/defense sector research
  • Demonstrated database development and data visualization capabilities
  • Understanding of ITAR, AS9100, and defense industrial base considerations

Proposal Requirements: Submit a single PDF (not exceeding 30 pages excluding supporting materials) including: detailed workplan and timeline, organization profile and key personnel, relevant work examples with references, technical approach and methodology, and itemized cost proposal.

Submission Details

  • Deadline: January 19, 2026
  • Submit to: Heath Vescovi-Chiordi, Director, Pima County Economic Development
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Questions: Submit written inquiries to the email above or call 520-724-8450
Posted 2026-01-03

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