Maine Connectivity Authority Opportunities
Following is a current list of Request for Proposals or Request for Information documents from the Maine Connectivity Authority. Please click the link to read the details for each request.
Request for Proposals: Digital Equity Evaluation & Research Partner
Deadline for requests is Friday, January 17, 2025
The Maine Connectivity Authority (MCA) ) is seeking proposals from qualified, independent consultants, consulting groups, institutions, or firms that can assist the MCA with evaluating progress toward implementation of
the Maine Digital Equity Plan and the effectiveness of strategies and programs especially as they contribute to the goals and objectives established in the Plan.
This partnership will support Maine’s efforts to close the digital divide and achieve digital equity. Digital equity is a
condition in which all people, including the most disadvantaged, have the information technology capacity to fully
participate in our society, democracy, and economy (National Digital Inclusion Alliance.) In 2023, the Maine Connectivity Authority developed Maine’s first Maine’s Digital Equity Plan alongside Maine nonprofits, state agencies, Wabanaki Nations, communities, and individuals. (See also the Digital Equity 1-Pager.) This plan articulates specific strategies and measurable objectives toward achieving digital equity, particularly as they relate to serving individuals most impacted by the digital divide, otherwise known as “covered populations.”
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MCA will be formally responsible for reporting on progress to the National Telecommunications and Information
Administration (NTIA) for components of the plan implemented with NTIA funding, but most importantly MCA desires to understand the best strategy for monitoring and communicating progress and understanding impact of the digital equity work and programming the Authority is undertaking.
Questions regarding this solicitation or requests for additional information should be emailed to Maggie Drummond-Bahl, Senior Director, Digital Equity & Partnerships at mbahl@maineconnecitivity.org. Proposal submissions should be emailed to Maggie Drummond-Bahl, Senior Director, Digital Equity & Partnerships at mbahl@maineconnecitivity.org
