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Kitsap is home to a richly diverse pool of talented residents from former Navy personnel to graduates of colleges and universities, tech centers, and military training.Kitsap County is a fantastic place to live, and KEDA is working on both attracting a talented workforce and keeping them in Kitsap County. That’s...
The Draft EIS is now available for public review and input during a 45-day comment period through Sept. 3,public meeting scheduled for Aug. 7.SILVERDALE, Wash. — The U.S. Navy has prepared a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to evaluate the potential environmental impacts associated with the construction of a new dry...
It’s a project seven years in the making. A string of impossibles made possible by a group of energized visionaries who dreamed of something better for a former business corridor that had become vacated, silent, and forgotten.When completed on July 12, Quincy Square will be humming. A place where you...
Reposted from the Suquamish Tribe news release:Suquamish, WA —The Suquamish Tribe continues to be a driving force in the regional economy, according to a new economic impact study conducted by renowned economist John B. Taylor. The study details the full scope of the Tribe’s contributions across Kitsap County and the...
According to a new Kitsap Sun story, the Navy has flagged 20 buildings at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard as not meeting seismic safety standards — nearly 10% of core facilities could be at risk in an earthquake.This is exactly the kind of issue the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program - SIOP...
Owning your own business. It’s a dream come true for many entrepreneurs. But being a small business owner is a challenge!Trying to figure everything out on your own can be overwhelming. What if I don’t have the money to start or grow my business? Is there a trusted source I...
KEDA Releases 2024 Kitsap Top Employers List
Jun 18 2025Public sector leads growth in Kitsap County workforce SILVERDALE, WA – The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), in collaboration with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University (CERB-WWU), has published the 2024 Kitsap Top Employers List, offering critical insight into the county’s employment landscape.As the most frequently...
Changes Coming to the WAV-C ProgramIn Summer 2022, KEDA launched WAV-C, the Washington Autonomous Vehicle Cluster. Bolstered by more than 20 letters of support from community members as well as strong interest from defense, maritime, and technology stakeholders, WAV-C launched with a $500,000 grant from the Washington Department of Commerce's...
JUNE 12TH Pre-Proposal Conference Waterfront Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC)
Jun 10 2025Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) is $700 million total / Task order range is approximately $100,000 to $200,000,000N44255-25-R-1504, Waterfront (WF) MACC --Date: June 12 2025 --Time: 1000-1130 PDT--Location: U.S. Naval Undersea Museum, 1 Garnett Way, Keyport, WA 98345--Virtual/Teams information will be included in the solicitationVIEW DETAILS ON SAM.GOVOfferors must register prior to...
Kitsap County’s Department of Community Development (DCD) is excited to announce the launch of Phase 2 of the Permit Review Efficiency Plan (PREP), which brings the 2x6 Review Model to Plat applications starting June 2, 2025. This follows the successful implementation of Phase 1 for Site Development Activity Permits (SDAPs)...
Top 20 Employment Report May 15, 2025
May 30 2025 Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities in the Local Job Market Compiled by Elizabeth Court, Economic Development Principal, KEDA Elizabeth Court, Economic Development Principal Kitsap Economic Development AllianceKEDA is teaming up with our education partner, West Sound STEM, to evaluate Bureau of Labor Statistics and Employment Security Department data. This helps us identify...
DUE MAY 26TH! Critical information on submitting your proposal -SIOP Real Estate Leasing Solicitation
May 21 2025CLOSES MAY 26! The US Navy’s Real Estate Division, new amendments to the active Phase 2 Solicitation for Offers (SFO) LI-14174 leasing opportunity with the Department of the Navy. Phase 2 Solicitation for Offers (SFO) LI-14174 closes on Monday, May 26th. IMPORTANT INFORMATION From US Navy’s Real Estate Division, Zachary Schuhart, ...
The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) was designed to support the vitality of our community.But how can we succeed at doing that when the economy is so turbulent? What tools can we offer our business owners to help them weather a difficult storm?Although the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) recognizes National Economic...
The new partnership is supported by the U.S. Department of Treasury through the Washington State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI)OLYMPIA, Wash. – The Washington State Department of Commerce just launched the Revenue-Based Financing Fund (RBF) loan program for small business. This much-anticipated program is aimed at increasing access to capital...
Right now, Kitsap has a unique, one-time opportunity to seed economic growth that could benefit us for decades to come, creating hundreds if not thousands of well-paying family wage jobs.We can do this by prioritizing growth of our industrial capacity, its underlying infrastructure, and standing up a modest amount of...
Listening Session with Senator Murray’s Office
Apr 21 2025Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) is holding an important virtual listening session with Senator Patty Murray’s Office on May 7, 2025, from 11:00 AM–12:00 PM PST.Federal actions that are impacting small businesses have become more frequent and more challenging (deportation actions, freezing federal funds, lost contracts, pending tariffs, etc.). These...
KEDA’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheon was a great successKEDA’s 2025 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheon on March 26th at the beautiful Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort & Conference Center brought together 280 business and community leaders to explore the key factors shaping Kitsap’s economic future. Scroll down...
Congresswoman Emily Randall is now accepting CPF requests for Fiscal Year 2026! Here’s what you need to know and do:Key Actions & DeadlinesApply online: Submit your application hereDeadline: All applications must be submitted by Thursday, April 18 at 11:59 PM PTImportant InfoThe FY26 process will follow similar accounts and eligibility criteria...
New Role to Drive Workforce Development and Economic Initiatives The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) is pleased to announce the addition of Elizabeth Court as its new Economic Development Principal. This newly created position, made possible by KEDA’s One Kitsap initiative, will focus on workforce development and other key economic strategies...
PHASE 2 Solicitation is Live Now!Administrative, Warehouse, Industrial, and Laydown Space Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, WASHINGTON Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEASYSCOM) Offers Due: May 26, 2025 11:59 pm HSTProduct Service Code: X1GZ - LEASE/RENTAL OF OTHER WAREHOUSE BUILDINGSNAICS Code: 493110 - General Warehousing and StoragePlace of Performance:...
Founded in the late 1980s in Kitsap County, WA, under the name Skookum, Tessera is rebranding itself, embarking on a significant evolution amid unwavering dedication to its purpose of "creating opportunities for people with disabilities.”The rebrand is not cosmetic but represents a broader vision and reaffirmation of its foundational commitment...
You are invited to join Korsmo Construction, TCF Architecture, and the Bremerton School District for a Subcontractor Outreach EventThursday, March 27th, 20254:00 PM - 5:30 PMFeatured Projects:Armin Jahr Elementary SchoolView Ridge Elementary Arts AcademyEVENT FLYEREVENT FLYER SPANISHThis is your opportunity to learn about upcoming bid packages and explore how your...
You are invited to join Korsmo Construction, TCF Architecture, and the Bremerton School District for a Subcontractor Outreach EventThursday, March 27th, 20254:00 PM - 5:30 PMFeatured Projects:Armin Jahr Elementary SchoolView Ridge Elementary Arts AcademyThis is your opportunity to learn about upcoming bid packages and explore how your company can be...
FY26 Community Project Funding Webinar
Mar 19 2025Rep. Emily Randall's office is sharing information on FY26 Community Project Funding. Download this guidebook which includes information about the accounts that were available to request funding from in FY25, the eligibility criteria for these accounts, required information from our office and the committee, as well as frequently asked questions and staff...
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