The State of Oregon, through the Oregon Business Development Department, is seeking a qualified consultant to evaluate and update its 10-Year Innovation Plan originally released in 2021. The selected consultant will assess the effectiveness and relevance of existing strategies to strengthen innovation-based businesses and economic development across the state. The scope includes comparative analysis with peer states, evaluation of current strategies, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven gap analysis. The consultant will facilitate discussions with key stakeholders, analyze economic and innovation indicators, and develop updated recommendations. Deliverables include a project work plan, a stakeholder engagement summary, draft recommendations, a final updated innovation plan, and an executive presentation. The goal is to ensure Oregon remains competitive in fostering innovation, job creation, and inclusive economic growth.