News from KEDA

North Kitsap United: Investing in Community, Economy, and Quality of Life

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

ECONOMIC ADVANTAGE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITY INVESTMENT IN NORTH KITSAPKEDA has prepared a economic activity analysis of the updated North Kitsap United proposal for the Kingston Stakeholders Group. This proposed recreation campus in North Kitsap has the potential to generate more than $100 million in economic activity while addressing critical community needs like childcare, youth sports facilities, and access to health and wellness programs.A Significant Economic OpportunityAnalysis from the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance estimates the project could generate more than $100 million in economic activity. This includes approximately $60 million in construction-related impact and $40 million in wages and job creation...

KEDA Releases Updated Kitsap County Economic Profile

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

NEWS RELEASEContact: Theresa MangrumCommunications & Events Managermangrum@kitsapeda.org 360-479-3712Kitsap County Economy Shows Resilience and Growth Amid Shifting Regional TrendsSILVERDALE, WA — The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), in partnership with Western Washington University’s Center for Economic and Business Research, has released its Kitsap County Profile, revealing a robust and distinct regional economy. While neighboring King County continues to see high costs, Kitsap County has maintained a competitive edge with a significantly lower cost of living—17.9% lower than King County. This profile highlights the fact that Kitsap’s robust economy continues as it remains anchored by a solid public sector, with civilian government...

New Navy Lease Opportunity for Kitsap Properties

Tuesday, January 20, 2026

A significant new federal leasing opportunity tied to the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) is now open — and it has direct implications for Kitsap County property owners, developers, and contractors.The Department of the Navy (DoN), on behalf of Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Northwest, has issued a Solicitation for Offers (SFO N4425526RP00018) to lease warehouse space near Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) in Bremerton. This opportunity supports long-term shipyard operations and modernization efforts under SIOP, one of the Navy’s largest multi-year infrastructure initiatives. Offers due: March 20, 2026 at 12:00 PMWhat the Navy Is Looking ForUnder this solicitation,...

Navy Awards $377 Million for Next Phase of PSNS Dry Dock 4 Seismic Upgrades

Friday, September 05, 2025

View latest story by Peiyu Lin for the Kitsap SunThe Navy has announced another major step forward in modernizing Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF). On September 5, officials awarded a $377.7 million contract to the Kiewit-Alberici Joint Venture to continue seismic upgrades on Dry Dock 4.This latest investment comes just days after reports highlighted that preparatory modernization work at PSNS has already reached $447 million as part of the Navy’s 20-year, $20 billion Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP). The earlier funding covered a wide range of projects—everything from site preparation to infrastructure improvements—laying the...

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard starts new phase of earthquake resilience overhaul

Thursday, September 04, 2025

Reposted from Stars & Stripes By Gary Warner • September 3, 2025BREMERTON, Wash. — The U.S. Navy plans to invest $377.7 million to strengthen Dry Dock 4 at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, enhancing its survivability in the event of a major earthquake in the Pacific Northwest, the Navy announced Tuesday. The project, awarded to Kiewit-Alberici Joint Venture, is part of the Pentagon’s 20-year, $20-billion Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) to overhaul all four of the nation’s public shipyards in Puget Sound; Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Norfolk, Va.; and in Kittery, Maine.Recent Government Accountability Office surveys have indicated the...

SIOP News from KEDA's Industrial Readiness Summit

Thursday, September 04, 2025

Read Kitsap Sun story be Peiyu Lin: Prep work to modernize PSNS already worth $447M, with final project estimates unknownNavy Shares Progress on PSNS Dry Dock Plans at Kitsap SummitAt the August 21 Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit, hosted by the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance in Bremerton, Navy officials provided an update on long-term shipyard modernization efforts at Naval Base Kitsap and answered questions from community members and local business leaders. (See event slide decks)Where Things StandDavid Sweet, director of the Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) at PSNS & IMF, said design work for the new multi-mission dry dock is...

$1 Million Gift from Tim Ryan Family Accelerates Healthcare Workforce Expansion in Kitsap

Friday, August 22, 2025

Olympic College News Release BREMERTON, Wash. – Tim and Bev Ryan, Founder of Tim Ryan Construction Inc., continue to transform lives in Kitsap County through their enduring support of Olympic College. The college recently received a $1 million gift from the family that will significantly enhance healthcare education in the region for years to come.The funds will be used to purchase cutting-edge equipment and upgrade existing facilities across all healthcare programs, including the expansion project and remodel at the Poulsbo Campus. In recognition of their generosity, the college will dedicate the sonography lab in their name as the Tim Ryan Family...

Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit - Resources

Thursday, August 21, 2025

KEDA's 2025 Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit Slide DecksThis annual event is the premier opportunity to hear directly about the Navy’s multi-billion-dollar investment in Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF). Through the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP), four aging naval shipyards—including ours—will be reconfigured, modernized, and optimized into state-of-the-art facilities ready to serve our Nation for decades to come.You’ll hear timely updates and insights from Navy leadership, industry experts, and local partners, including:NBK Slides• Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) Briefing – The Navy’s preferred alternative, plus Q&A• SIOP: The National Picture – Lessons Shipyard modernization efforts across the country Industrial...

U.S. Navy Releases Draft Environmental Impact Statement for Bremerton Waterfront Infrastructure Improvements at PSNS & IMO

Monday, July 21, 2025

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 dock and associated waterfront infrastructure improvements at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton (NBK-Bremerton) and at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor (NBK-Bangor) in Washington state.The Navy requests and welcomes public input on the environmental analysis presented in the Draft EIS and on the project's potential to affect historic properties pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.In the Draft EIS, the Navy is proposing to construct a new multi-mission dry dock that is capable of supporting Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers at PSNS & IMF.The Navy is proposing...

KEDA Releases 2024 Kitsap Top Employers List

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Public 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 accessed report on KEDA’s website, the Top Employers List is a valuable resource for public and private sector partners, site selectors, real estate professionals, and companies exploring expansion or relocation in Kitsap County. The 2024 data reflects total headcount and Full Time Equivalent (FTE) employment as of December 31, 2024,...

Navigating Change: WAV-C’s Journey and Next Chapter

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

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 Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program. Among the nine initial clusters funded, WAV-C was the youngest and the only one not reliant on a pre-existing industry group for its operations. Instead, WAV-C had KEDA in support, and the program was doing something entirely new: Working to accelerate the potential of maritime autonomous...

DUE MAY 26TH! Critical information on submitting your proposal -SIOP Real Estate Leasing Solicitation

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

CLOSES 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, zachary.t.schuhart2.civ@us.navy.mil:For those still finalizing their submission: I (Zachary Schuhart) strongly encourage you to review Section 2 of the SFO. Section 2.1. ‘How to Offer’ is very important for ensuring your submittal conforms to the requirements of the solicitation for us to evaluate. This section also provides instructions for how to...

UPDATED! Phase 2 SIOP Solicitation Industry Day video

Monday, March 31, 2025

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: Bremerton , WAVIEW ON SAM.GOV The Department of the Navy (DoN), on behalf of the Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Pacific, is issuing this Phase 2 of Solicitation for Offers (SFO) LI-14174. Offers must be received no later than 12:00 PM Pacific Standard Time on Monday, May 26th, 2025 at 11:59...

Biz Opps: NAVFAC NW - Grande Multi Award Construction Contract (MACC)

Wednesday, March 05, 2025

Solicitation No: N44255-25-R-1502Title: GRANDE Multiple Award Construction Contract (GRANDE MACC)Type: Construction Pre-Solicitation NoticeIssue RFP Date: Approximately March 2025Due Date for Proposals (Phase I): April 4, 2025 - 9:00-10:30 AM (PDT).Contract Not-To-Exceed/Task Order Range: Contract Not-To-Exceed for all contracts awarded under the Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) is $1 B total / Task order range is approximately $5,000,000 to $30,000,000. INDUSTRY DAY - Thursday, March 13th 9-11amNaval Undersea Museum - 1 Garnett Way, Keyport . VIRTUAL: Join online event with this MS Teams link.LIVE EVENT: RSVP VIA EMAIL TO Shelby.l.flowers4.civ@us.navy.mil and nancy.m.coffee.civ@us.navy.mil.Please include: Last Name, First Name, and email contact.No badging is...

General Dynamics NASSCO Wins $654M Navy Contract for Aircraft Carrier Maintenance

Thursday, February 27, 2025

General Dynamics NASSCO-Bremerton, Bremerton, Washington, is awarded a $654,668,551 cost-plus-fixed-fee/cost-plus-award fee/cost-plus-incentive fee, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for Aircraft Carrier shipyard availabilities. This contract includes a five-year base and a one year option, for a six year total ordering period which, if exercised, would bring the cumulative value of this contract to $654,668,551. Work will be performed in Bremerton, Washington, and is expected to be completed by October 2030. No funds will be obligated at the time of award; funds will be obligated on individual orders as they are issued. This contract was competitively procured and solicited via the System for Award Management...

Kitsap Industrial Land, Buildings and Infrastructure Survey (DRAFT for Comment)

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

NEW! KEDA's Draft Kitsap Industrial Land, Buildings and Infrastructure SurveyThis survey is the product of over six months of work, dozens of interviews, and data analysis to inform the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance's investors and jurisdictions about what might be realistic when it comes to increasing industrial opportunity and capacity in Kitsap, along with related growth and wealth creation. Important notes for those interested in this work: Read at least the Executive Summary and if you have capacity and interest, then the Full Report. The Executive Summary does a great job of capturing the takeaways from the comprehensive larger Full Report which...

KEDA: A Year of Milestones and Ambitious Plans

Monday, February 10, 2025

Reflecting on 2024 Achievements and carrying 'One Kitsap' forward in 20252024 was a significant year for the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance as the organization celebrated key milestones while laying the groundwork for future initiatives. Guided by our vision of Economic Vitality for All in One Spectacular Place, KEDA has emerged as a leader in regional economic development. With the launch of our ambitious One Kitsap five-year regional economic strategy last year, KEDA is charting the course ahead for a vibrant, thriving economic future in Kitsap. Reflecting on 2024 Achievements Last year, KEDA prioritized initiatives across business retention and expansion, workforce development, Kitsap’s...

Kitsap County Streamlines Permitting Process with New Tools and Strategies

Thursday, January 30, 2025

Kitsap County Community Development News Release: Navigating the permitting process can be complicated and overwhelming. That’s why Kitsap County’s Department of Community Development is taking significant steps to make it more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly.“In Kitsap, we are evaluating our work through a lens of continuous process improvement,” said Christine Rolfes, Chair of the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners. “We are committed to fulfilling our stewardship responsibilities to the people, communities, lands, and waterways of our community in the most effective and forward-thinking way possible.”It’s About Serving Our CommunityIn 2023, the department conducted a community survey to gather feedback on the...

Naval Base Kitsap: A Critical Economic and Strategic Asset

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Opinion: How to keep and grow defense-related economic impact in WashingtonJames Collins and Dave Zeeck to The Kitsap SunThe military presence in Washington State is critical for national defense and an overwhelmingly positive force for the state’s economy.To keep it that way the state needs a new strategy and approach – working at the governor’s direction – that focuses exclusively on protecting and growing defense-related economic impact.That’s a pivotal conclusion of a recently released independent economic impact analysis commissioned by the Washington Legislature.As the home to six major military installations, over 100,000 personnel, 185,000 military family members, and more than...

Booz Allen Expands with New Bremerton Maritime Tech Facility

Tuesday, October 08, 2024

Advancing Proven Solutions in Maritime TechnologyOctober 8, 2024 – Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) today announced an expansion of its footprint in the Pacific Northwest with the opening of its Bremerton Maritime Tech Facility in Bremerton, Washington. This state-of-the-art center of excellence and engineering hub will help to advance maritime technology and operational proficiency. Expanding upon Booz Allen’s specialized engineering resources to tackle growing client challenges across the Department of Defense (DOD), the Bremerton Maritime Tech Facility is a cutting-edge hub that supports defense clients with pioneering solutions in maritime uncrewed and autonomous vehicle technology, as well as immersive engineering and...

NAVFAC Northwest SIOP contract for electrical upgrade at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard improves reliability, enables Ford-class aircraft carrier work

Monday, October 07, 2024

Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Northwest awarded Absher Construction Co. a $145 million task order to replace the electrical substation and perform associated infrastructure work to provide reliable power at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS) in Bremerton, Washington, Sept. 16.Awarded under an existing multiple-award construction contract in support of the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP), the project will construct an electrical substation consisting of two 40/60 megavolt-ampere substations and supporting infrastructure, which will ensure the shipyard is equipped to continue supporting critical fleet maintenance activities and accommodate upcoming SIOP projects. The existing substation is beyond...

Navy awards $145M for electrical upgrade at PSNS, planned to run through 2029

Monday, October 07, 2024

$145 million task order to Absher Construction Co.Story by Peiyu Lin for the Kitsap SunThe Navy is making progress on its long-term Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, with the announcement of a $145 million dollar contract announced for a major initial project.The first significant SIOP military construction project at the shipyard is to replace an electric substation and perform associated infrastructure work to provide reliable power at PSNS. The new electrical substation will include two 40/60 megavolt-ampere substations and supporting infrastructure, "which will ensure the shipyard is equipped to continue supporting critical fleet maintenance activities...

Kitsap Transit awarded $13.5 million Passenger Ferry grant

Monday, September 16, 2024

News Release - Kitsap Transit Grant for buying new fast ferry to operate Kingston/Seattle route BREMERTON, Wash. – Kitsap Transit (KT) will receive $13.5 million in federal funding to buy a new fast ferry that would replace an older vessel operating the Kingston/Seattle route, improving the Kingston Fast Ferry service’s reliability.The federal funding comes from the Federal Transit Administration’s Passenger Ferry Grant program and covers nearly 80 percent of the project’s $17.5 million cost. Kitsap Transit is contributing about $4 million in local dollars to the project.“This funding allows us to buy a new boat to operate a route that has been running with...

PSNS Dry Dock draft plans expected in 2025

Wednesday, September 04, 2024

KEDA recently hosted the second annual Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit featuring Navy leadership who presented updates on the status of work related to the U.S. Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) at Naval Base Kitsap Installations.Capt. John Hale, Naval Base Kitsap commanding officer, said that the Navy plans to release the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the public to review and comment in early 2025. The updated estimation represented about one more year of waiting since the Navy said in the first year of the industrial summit last August that the draft would be released in early or mid-winter...

Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit - Slides now available

Friday, August 23, 2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us on August 22nd for the 2nd Annual Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit.Sponsored by Washington APEX Accelerator. Program highlights included: Navy leadership provided an overview of Naval Base Kitsap Installations, SIOP and future platforms including updates on the Ford and Columbia Class Submarines, an update on the Navy's environmental planning (NEPA and EIS), info on the Trident Refit Facility. Presentations also discussed best practices on working with the federal government and NAVFAC NW Small Business Program.Chris Mefford, President and CEO of Community Attributes Inc. provided an overview of KEDA's Kitsap Industrial Land, Building and Infrastructure Survey Project.LEARN MORE...

Kitsap Transit gets $17 million through RAISE Grant Program

Friday, July 05, 2024

TACOMA, WA – Today, U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-06) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) will be awarding more than $18.3 million in federal funding to two projects in Washington’s Sixth Congressional District through the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) discretionary grant program for 2024. This funding includes $17 million for Kitsap County Public Transportation Authority (Kitsap Transit) and more than $1.3 million for the Makah Tribe.Earlier this year, Rep. Kilmer wrote to U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in support of both Kitsap Transit’s and the Makah Tribe’s applications to the RAISE discretionary grant program.“This...

Volunteers needed to be a voice for their communities

Monday, June 10, 2024

Be a voice for your community!Apply now to serve on a county advisory groupShare your experience and insights to help Kitsap County support our communities; create plans and strategies to accommodate equitable growth and development; and implement programs that ensure, improve and maintain quality of life.Consider applying to serve on one of the many Kitsap County advisory groups. Members are appointed by County Commissioners to serve as sounding boards and conduits between residents, communities, county staff and commissioners. They provide input on programs, help direct the distribution of funding and resources, and review draft plans and policy. The time commitment...

Charting Kitsap's Economic Path: KEDA's "ONE Kitsap" Five-Year Plan For Economic Vitality

Tuesday, May 14, 2024

In celebration of Economic Development Month, the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (“KEDA”) is embarking on a bold, ambitious journey to transform Kitsap County's economic landscape. Dubbed "One Kitsap," this five-year strategic initiative aims to deliver tangible results for the region through public and private partnerships. One Kitsap sets the stage for Kitsap's economic future with a clear focus on creating opportunities, fostering collaboration, and building sustainable capacity.Setting the Stage: The Need for One KitsapAs the region continues to evolve since the pandemic, KEDA recognizes the importance of aligning its efforts with Kitsap's unique economic development needs and opportunities. According to Joe...

LEASE OPPORTUNITY: PSNS Admistrative Space

Wednesday, April 17, 2024

N4425524RP00021 Admin Lease Space PSNS & IMFAdministrative Space: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility, NAVSEASYSCOMAdmin Space consisting of:Requirement A – 30,738 Square FeetRequirement B – 12,837 Square FeetClassificationOriginal Set Aside: Product Service Code: X1AA - LEASE/RENTAL OF OFFICE BUILDINGSNAICS Code: 5311 - Lessors of Real EstatePlace of Performance: Bremerton , WA 98312Description The Department of the Navy, hereinafter referred to as “Tenant” and/or “Government”, seeks to award a one-year lease, with up to nine (9) one-year renewal options near Bremerton, Washington. This Solicitation for Offers (SFO) is offered to address two separate space requirements. Requirement A is for approximately...

Highlights from KEDA's Annual Meeting - Slides, video and photos now available!

Tuesday, April 09, 2024

View event photos here Video now available! Thank you to everyone who came out to our 2024 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast event! Please join us in thanking our presenters and our premier sponsors Port Madison Enterprises, and hospitality sponsor Puget Sound Energy - they made this event possible!2024 Economic Forecast with Hart Hodges & James McCafferty, co-directors WWU Center for Economic & Business Research SPECIAL GUEST: Rep. Derek KilmerThe State of NBK: CAPT. John Hale, CO of Naval Base KitsapALSO SEE: Erin Leedham honored with Kitsap Economic Champion Award at KEDA 2024 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast event.If you were in...

Slide Decks Now Available! KEDA 2024 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Thank you to everyone who came out to the KEDA 2024 Annual Meeting & Economic Forecast Luncheon! Please take a moment to complete this BRIEF SURVEY and let us know how we did! event survey Slide decks are available now, event video and photos coming soon! Please join us in thanking our presenters and sponsors, Port Madison Enterprises and Puget Sound Energy, for making this event possible.Special thanks to Hart Hodges & James McCafferty, co-directors WWU Center for Economic & Business Research for an informative and concise economic forecast presentation!CAPT. John Hale, Commanding Officer of Naval Base Kitsap for his presentation “State of the...

DEADLINE EXTENDED! Respond to NAVFAC Sources Sought by March 22nd at noon

Thursday, March 14, 2024

NAVFAC NW just issued two market research synopses for upcoming MACCs totaling $11 billion dollarsDeadline extended! Apply by Friday, March 22nd at noon.These are Sources Sought Notices only and not a request for proposal or invitation for bid.It is still critical that area construction firms and contractors respond to this Sources Sought, including small businesses.Venti MACC, N4425524R1503Approx. $10B anticipated to be a full and open MACC.Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Northwest (NAVFAC) is seeking responses from construction firms capable of performing a Design-Build (DB)/Design-Bid-Build (DBB) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) for General Construction Services. https://sam.gov/opp/7c97ff5fca044805a96c94a5a01a0d22/view• Product...

FY25 Community Project Funding requests DUE MARCH 18

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Attention state, local and tribal governments!Congressman Derek Kilmer's office has opened up the application process for FY25 Community Project Funding requests. This year, there is a short window to apply (applications are due Monday, 3/18 by 11:59pm). Eligible applicants that can apply for and administer this Community Project Funding are state, local, or tribal governments; publicly owned entities; and eligible nonprofits. Projects should demonstrate significant support from the community. If you know of deserving projects in your region that you would like to see funded, please have them apply. For additional information and to apply for Congressman Kilmer's FY25 Community Project Funding please...

WAV-C's Illahee Waterway Tire Cleanup Project Honored as Washington Economic Development Association's Project of the Year

Monday, March 04, 2024

Innovative Environmental Initiative Recognized for Remarkable Impact on Puget Sound Ecosystem, Economy, and Community SILVERDALE, WA – The Washington Autonomous Vehicle Cluster (WAV-C), a program of the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA), is thrilled to announce that its Illahee Waterway Tire Cleanup Project has been honored with the prestigious Project of the Year award by the Washington Economic Development Association (WEDA). Bruce Kendall, WEDA Awards Committee Chair who also serves as President & CEO of the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County added, “We received a number of impressive nominations from communities across Washington. The nominations reflect a unique array of the...

Tribal councilwoman elected as Port Gamble S'Klallam chair to succeed Sullivan

Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Peiyu Lin, Kitsap SunAmber Caldera was elected the new chairwoman of the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, replacing the late Jeromy Sullivan, in a special election on Tuesday.Former PGST Chairman Jeromy Sullivan passed away in June at age 50 after leading the community as chair for more than a decade.Over 330 enrolled tribal members voted in Tuesday's election, the most in any PGST election in the tribe's history, according to a statement from the tribe announcing the election results.Read more>>

Visit Kitsap appoints new director, local marketing expert, Aljolynn Sperber

Monday, September 11, 2023

New Leadership at Visit Kitsap Peninsula Ushers in a New Era of Tourism Excellence Visit Kitsap Peninsula (VKP), the prominent destination marketing organization dedicated to promoting tourism and fostering economic development across the Kitsap Peninsula region, proudly announces the appointment of Aljolynn Sperber as its new Executive Director. Sperber, a renowned marketing expert with a distinguished background in strategic leadership, is set to lead VKP into an exciting new phase of growth and impact, elevating the region's tourism strategies.Borne out of her deep connection to the region she affectionately calls home, Aljolynn Sperber's return to Kitsap County carries special significance. Having...

Event slides -Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit - Learn about SIOP work coming to Naval Base Kitsap

Tuesday, August 08, 2023

Navy leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders and business owners gathered to learn about SIOP (Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program), the Navy's massive investment to construct and recapitalize dry docks, recapitalize and reconfigure infrastructure, and modernize industrial plant equipment. Reposted with permission: Kitsap Sun by Peiyu Lin BREMERTON — The construction of the Navy's new multi-mission dry dock at PSNS & IMF — the first dry dock that will be capable of docking the nation's newest Ford-class aircraft carriers — could start as early as Fiscal Year 2026, it was announced at a meeting this week. Currently, 15% of the new dock's design is complete, but...

Former Harrison Hospital in Bremerton to be razed, while work begins on new Silverdale hospital tower

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Reposted from Kitsap Sun - Nate Pilling - Old St. Michael campus in Bremerton to be razed as work begins on new Silverdale hospital tower Construction on a new patient tower at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale is set to begin in the coming months as the hospital’s old campus in Bremerton is demolished. And soon Virginia Mason Franciscan Health plans to open up a set of emergency department beds as part of a new care facility in Bremerton. Hospital president Chad Melton told the Kitsap Sun that planning work for the new 74-bed, four-floor addition to the...

KT adding 10 more buses to growing electric fleet

Monday, April 10, 2023

See post in Kitsap Daily News Kitsap Transit’s electric bus fleet is set to increase substantially after its board moved to authorize an $11.4 million purchase of 10 new battery-powered buses. The board voted April 4 to approve the purchase, which continues to align with the organization’s mission to transition its fleet further from the use of natural gas. “This will bring our battery-electric fleet up to a total of thirty buses, which is what we had envisioned at this point,” KT executive director John Clauson said. Half of the new additions are set to be utilized...

Kitsap Transit hosts open house on SR 16 Park & Ride Project

Thursday, March 09, 2023

Based on needs and growth projections for the Port Orchard–South Kitsap County area, Kitsap Transit proposes building a new park & ride facility with room for transit-oriented development. This modern, environmentally friendly and reliable transit hub for Port Orchard is now in the design phase following an extensive alternatives analysis and public outreach process. We are preparing for the next steps of the project by: Gathering community input Refining Park & Ride design and layout Applying for permits and fulfilling state Environmental Policy Act requirements Conducting field work, traffic impact and noise studies Identifying architectural elements...

Public hearing delayed to April 10 for Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan draft alternatives

Friday, March 03, 2023

The Washington State Department of Commerce this week released housing needs projections over the next 20 years and guidance on how counties and cities should address them. This may affect Kitsap County Comprehensive Plan draft alternatives currently under consideration and could require additional zoning revisions, assumptions of growth or other changes to one or more of these alternatives. To allow additional time to assess the impacts of this guidance and provide necessary clarity to the public on what is proposed, the March 13 Board of County Commissioners' public hearing on Comprehensive Plan draft alternatives is delayed until April...

PERC divided into 3 phases due to cost, focus

Friday, December 16, 2022

Phase 1 includes two lighted outdoor turf fields, sport courts By Tyler Shuey • The Kitsap Daily News The Poulsbo Event and Recreation Center project will be divided into three phases after concerns were raised about cost and focus from the primary funder, the Kitsap Public Facilities District. Senior projects planner Karla Boughton provided an update at the City Council meeting Dec. 14. She said the result of the discussions with KPFD, along with the city’s unsuccessful attempt to acquire an additional nine acres of adjacent property, was to reorganize the PERC into phases...

Are you represented? FCC National Broadband Map data tied to future funding for Washington State

Wednesday, December 07, 2022

The Federal Communications Commission has released new nationwide broadband maps to inform the level of investment Washington can receive under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help close the digital divide. The maps show where internet service is and isn’t currently available. Is your area misrepresented on the map? We need Washington residents to view and challenge the map’s data where it is inaccurate. The State Broadband Office has a webpage that can guide you through the challenge process. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has published a new FCC National Broadband Map. This map attempts to show where...

NBK officer first woman to serve as XO of a submarine

Tuesday, December 06, 2022

By Diana Stancy Correll for Navy Times A woman is serving as the executive officer of a submarine for the first time — just over 10 years after the Silent Service opened to women. Lt. Cmdr. Amber Cowan, who joined the Navy in 2010, reported for duty to the ballistic missile submarine Kentucky, based out of Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor, Washington, as its executive officer Nov. 12. Lt. Cmdr. Amber Cowan, the executive officer of the gold crew of the Ohio-class ballistic-missile submarine Kentucky, from Colorado Springs, Colorado, poses for a portrait at Deterrent Park onboard Naval Base Kitsap –...

Kitsap Transit adding Bremerton fast ferry sailings to fill in WSF schedule gaps

Thursday, December 01, 2022

Reposted from Nathan Pilling - Kitsap Sun BREMERTON – Kitsap Transit will offer several new round-trip sailings, including some on Saturdays, on its Bremerton-Seattle route for the coming months. Beginning Thursday, those sailings will help to cover gaps in Washington State Ferries’ schedule on its Bremerton-Seattle route, created when the state agency cut ferry service in half in September 2021. Funding for the added sailings will come via the state. On weekdays, Kitsap Transit will add four morning round trips and three evening round trips. The last round trip sailing of the day will depart Bremerton at 9 p.m. and then...

Doing the math on why buying in Kitsap matters

Friday, November 18, 2022

"Buy Close' is a thread weaving our business community together Aljolynn Sperber for the Kitsap Sun Do you know your neighbor’s name? Local business owners not only know their neighbors’ names, they also know their regular customers’ names, the names of their employees, their vendors, partners - on top of the names of those close to them. For local business owners, names, faces, and relationships are interwoven with everyday life. Almost anyone they cross paths with is like a neighbor. But local businesses are not woven into the community and economic development in Kitsap, they are the...

Inflation & Workforce, Kitsap's Future, Innovation and more on tap for KEDA Fall Forum

Thursday, October 06, 2022

Join us October 20th, from 1-5pm at the Kitsap Conference Center for a look at the opportunities & challenges shaping Kitsap's future economy. Get your tickets now Registration closes October 11th. KITSAP'S ECONOMY; Opportunities, Challenges & the Future KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Martin Karl Vanags, Martin Karl Consulting Martin Karl Vanags is an economic development professional of thirty-five years. He has worked in a wide range of roles in economic development, community development, city management and entrepreneurship. After years working in Illinois, Indiana and New York State, Vanags is leading efforts to lead economic developers through the...

Could Kitsap Transit fast ferries fill gaps in WSF's limited Bremerton schedule?

Monday, September 26, 2022

Nathan Pilling, Kitsap Sun BREMERTON – Restored Washington State Ferries service in Bremerton appears to yet be months away. Could Kitsap Transit help to fill some of the gaps in the sailing schedule with added fast ferry service? A collection of officials in Kitsap are making a pitch. The state's Bremerton-Seattle route has operated on a limited schedule with only one boat assigned to the crossing for about a year. Washington State Ferries has pointed to staffing shortages and has reported that the route won’t likely be restored to regular service until spring 2023. Local officials – including the...

KEDA supports increased funding for Bremerton / Seattle Ferry Route

Friday, September 23, 2022

The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance provides this letter of support for the proposal to fund temporary passenger only ferry service between Bremerton and Seattle, helping mitigate the economic harm coming from longstanding reductions in service on the route by the Washington State Ferry system. With the economic health of so many on both sides of the water affected, we believe this solution from Kitsap Transit will add to the resiliency of the region's economy. It will also greatly improve economic equity and inclusion in terms of low-income and traditionally underserved populations, who will once again be able to more...

KEDA Announces Three New Hires in Economic Development, Innovation

Monday, September 19, 2022

NEWS RELEASE (KEDA) KEDA Hires Three New Employees September 19, 2022 Contact: Theresa Mangrum 360-479-3712 mangrum@kitsapeda.org SILVERDALE, WA – The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (“KEDA”) has hired three new team members: One in economic development addressing county-wide issues in business retention and expansion, and two to fully staff its maritime autonomy and innovation program, “WAV-C.” James Davis KEDA Economic Development Manager Rochelle LeMay WAV-C Business Development Manager Seth Abelson WAV-C Program Manager ...

Biz Opps: Kitsap Transit issues RFP for Fast Ferry maintenance facility

Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Kitsap Transit wants to build a fast ferry maintenance facility to service vessels Zachary Fletcher for the Kitsap Sun Kitsap Transit is looking to bring a dedicated ferry maintenance facility to Kitsap County. On July 29, the agency released a call for proposals in the initial planning and development stage of the process. A dedicated facility aims to provide a “higher level of reliability” and quicker boat repairs, said Kitsap Transit Executive Director John Clauson. The plan for the site that includes: Four berthing docks that can accommodate the agency’s largest 140-foot vessel, the Enetai, which...

Presentations & Video - Business Credibility & Credit with Jenefeness Tucker

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

View Credibility & Credit Slides #NationalBlackBusinessMonth Jenefeness Tucker helps businesses and individuals build financial strength & resiliency. Her passion is helping black-owned business, but her advice applies to everyone who needs help with business finances! Business Credibility and Credit objectives EDUCATE on Credit Uses and Benefits, Personal vs. Business Credit ELEVATE with the Steps for Business Credibility and forms of Capital Infusion/Business Credit ERADICATE barriers to bankability and business growth Jenefeness Tucker, MBA , Finesse Business Coaching Jenefeness Tucker Coaching - Customized solutions...

Dreaming of Starting Your Own Business? BE$T workshops start soon!

Tuesday, August 02, 2022

BE$T- Dream of Starting Your Own Business? Have a Business that Needs a Boost? Kitsap Community Resources’ Business Education Support & Training (BE$T) Program is committed to providing the business training and network of supportive community services to enterprising individuals to gain self- sufficiency through small business ownership. Our 8-week Business Basics Program gives you the tools to launch and expand a new business or grow your existing business. Develop your business concept Define and understand your target customer base Learn about money management and break-even point analysis Study cash flow, pricing, taxes and financial...

Help make recommendations for distribution of 2023 lodging tax to promote tourism in Kitsap County

Thursday, June 23, 2022

Help determine 2023 Kitsap County lodging tax distribution Are you interested in helping distribute funds to organizations and events that promote tourism in Kitsap County? Members are needed to serve on the Kitsap County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee to assist in reviewing applications and interviewing non-profit organizations who apply to receive 2023 funding. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is appointed by the Board of County Commissioners to make recommendations for the distribution of funds to organizations who promote Kitsap County tourism through visitor centers and special events. Individuals who may apply to serve on the...

Marine navigation system to increase safety, commerce in Northwest

Thursday, June 16, 2022

NOAA’s real-time observations to aid Naval Base Kitsap and mariners View original post Mariners can breathe a little easier when sailing in and around Naval Base Kitsap in Washington state. The base is now fitted with a NOAA system that helps ensure safe and efficient marine navigation. The technology is part of a nationwide network called Physical Oceanographic Real-Time System, or PORTS?. Kitsap PORTS is the 37th system in this network of precision marine navigation sensors, and is the result of a partnership between NOAA and the U.S. Navy. The sensors track oceanographic and...

COUNTY KICKS OFF COMP PLAN UPDATE, ASKS FOR PUBLIC INPUT

Wednesday, June 01, 2022

Kitsap County wants to hear from you as it prepares for it's 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update To better establish direction for future land use, environmental standards, housing, transportation and services, Kitsap County wants to hear from you as it prepares for it's 2024 Comprehensive Plan Update. Submit your ideas and proposals to code amendments between June 6 and Aug. 18. Proposals will be reviewed for potential inclusion by Dec. 31, 2024. View the County's Comp Plan Storyboard What is the Comprehensive Plan A Comprehensive Plan (plan) is a 20-year...

Your business counts! Participate in our Top Employers Survey

Wednesday, June 01, 2022

KEDA has again partnered with the Center for Economic and Business Research at Western Washington University to produce the Kitsap Top Employers List. The Top Employers List is the most frequently accessed report on KEDA’s website. This data is utilized by public and private partners, potential real estate investors and companies considering expansion or relocation for inclusion in market analysis, industry cluster analysis, competitive analysis, and workforce analysis. Employment counts reflect permanent full-time employees as of December 31, 2021. Take the survey now

Olympic College added $204 million to local economy according to economic impact study

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Getting an education at Olympic College pays off – not just for students, but also for alumni, businesses, and the entire region. Olympic College News Release May 25, 2022 That’s according to a recent economic impact study, which found that Olympic College added $204 million to the economies of Kitsap and Mason counties in fiscal year 2019-20, making up 1.3% of the region’s Gross Regional Product. The study, which was conducted by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), considered a number of factors, including college operations spending, students who relocated to the area to attend...

PSE 2022 Nonprofit Grant Program

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Puget Sound Energy Foundation 2022 Competitive Grant Program PSE Foundation is Empowering Community Resiliency and is proud to announce the launch of our 2022 competitive grants program, which intends to distribute $600,000 across the communities served by Puget Sound Energy. We welcome local 501(C)3 nonprofit organizations and tribal governments who charitably serve the public within PSE’s 10-county service area to apply for funding. Local PSE employee volunteers will then review applications received from organizations within the community where they choose to work, live and raise their families. FUNDING OVERVIEW Grant requests must demonstrate how...

BIZ OPPS: NW MACC & 8(a) MACC Regional Contract NAVFAC NW PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

Wednesday, May 04, 2022

KEDA's Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) is partnering with NAVFAC NW to host a Pre-Proposal Conference on NW MACC Regional Contract and 8(a) MACC Regional Contract. May 11th - 1:00-2:30pm 8(a) MACC / 2:45-4:15 NW MACC Solicitation No: N44255-21-R-4000 Title: NW MACC Regional Contract Solicitation No: N44255-21-R-2001 Title: 8(a) MACC Regional Contract NOTE RE: 8(a) MACC: Proposal accepted from firms located only in SBA Region X (WA, OR, ID, AK) The activity Small Business occurs with this determination. Contact: Kathy Cocus cocus@kitsapeda.org https://kitsapeda.me/MACC KEDA’S PTAC IS PARTNERING WITH NAVFAC NW TO HOST A PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE ON NW MACC...

Video & Slides from April Kitsap Digital Hour with Steve Strauss

Thursday, April 14, 2022

Steve Strauss, USA Today Senior Small Business Columnist and best selling author shared great, actionable content during our April Digital Hour - check it out! See below to download a FREE chapter of Steve's book, "Boom Your Small Business", watch the video and download slides. Click Here to Download Slides Watch the video here. Download a free chapter of Steve's book "Boom Your Small Business"

SharedWork Training

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Employment Security Department SharedWork Training The South Kitsap Chamber is working together with the Employment Security Department to bring you SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs with an important business webinar series. SharedWork and Labor Market Data & Economic Information Date: 4/21/2022 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM (PST) Fee: No Fee REGISTER Learn the latest developments of two important programs businesses need to know about for their operational effectiveness and to thrive. The Employment Security Department SharedWork/Business-Friendly Programs feature this important business webinar series. The webinar series provides program overviews and highlights...

Need HR Help? Or have a project in need of an entrepreneurial mind?

Wednesday, March 16, 2022

WWU Poulsbo Students seeking business experience! Projects for Spring Entrepreneurial Problems class. Joe Vogel, Instructor at WWU on the Peninsulas Poulsbo, is seeking one business or organization to provide input from students in the Spring Entrepreneurial Problems class. This is an opportunity to receive input, insights and a finished product from the students. Past products have included: Market research Product design Business plan This 8-week commitment beginning in early April can bring a new perspective for a Kitsap-based company seeking growth. For more information, please...

KEDA's Shop Local Campaign Honored with 2022 WEDA Economic Development Award

Tuesday, March 08, 2022

Kitsap Shop Local campaign honored by Washington Economic Development Association with Economic Development Award for COVID-19 Economic Response & Recovery SILVERDALE, WA– The Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) was recently recognized by the leaders of the Washington Economic Development Association (WEDA), during their 2022 Winter Conference in Olympia, WA, for outstanding achievement in the category of: Economic Development Award for Economic Response & Recovery for their #Shop.Eat.Spend.Kitsap social media campaign. Bruce Kendall, WEDA Awards Committee Chair who also serves as President & CEO of the Economic Development Board for Tacoma-Pierce County said, “We received impressive nominations from...

KEDA Wins $500,000 Innovation Grant to Incubate Autonomous Vehicle Cluster

Monday, March 07, 2022

NEWS RELEASE: March 7, 2022 Kitsap Economic Development Alliance to develop Autonomous Water Vehicle Cluster under 2-year innovation grant SILVERDALE, WA - Washington Department of Commerce announced today the Kitsap Economic Development Alliance (KEDA) was awarded a two-year $500,000 grant to launch the Washington Autonomous Vehicle Cluster, or WAV-C. Innovation cluster accelerator models bring key players together – business, entrepreneurs, academia, investors and government – to solve industry challenges that limit growth and innovation. Washington State piloted this approach in 2017 with its Maritime Blue initiative. Under the Washington Department of Commerce’s Innovation...

City of Bremerton Eastside Village Online Open House

Thursday, February 17, 2022

The City of Bremerton invites your participation in an online open house to discuss potential revisions to the Eastside Village Subarea Plan. Why update the code? In October of 2020 the City adopted the Eastside Village Subarea as a visionary 20 year plan for growth and transition from the Harrison Medical Center to a vibrant area of Housing and Mixed use development. When the plan was adopted this included changes to the area’s previous zon-ing development regulations; after 18 months of evaluation it has been determined additional al-terations to zoning criteria are necessary to en-sure that...

Sign up now for KEDA's 2022 Virtual Annual Meeting & Economic Preview

Thursday, February 17, 2022

KEDA's ANNUAL MEETING March 30th, 9:30-11:30 am Sign up at https://kitsapeda.me/2022 REGISTER NOW NO FEE, VIRTUAL EVENT Keynote Speaker: Skylar Olsen, Tomo Networks Senior Director & Principal Economist at the $70-million backed fintech and home buying startup Tomo, & former senior principal economist at Zillow Group, Olsen will break down the red hot housing market, rising interest rates and its ripple effects on the regional economy. Housing | Inflation | Cost of Living | Global Instability and more. Also learn about: Statewide initiatives, business assistance, economic challenges KEDA's Focus Areas...

KEDA to host Open Community Work Session on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Tuesday, February 08, 2022

The work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at KEDA is underway but we cannot do this work without your voice. Please join us for an opportunity to learn more about DEI concepts and to help us build out KEDA's strategies for moving the organization's equity and inclusion goals. MARCH 1ST 9-10 AM ONLINE EVENT: https://kitsapeda.me/DEI

WorkSource partnering with PSNS for Federal Hiring Event

Wednesday, February 02, 2022

WorkSource Kitsap is partnering with Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, to host a hiring event for those interested in Welding opportunities Tuesday February 15th beginning at noon to 3pm WorkSource KItsap - 3120 Randall Way, Silverdale, WA All levels of experience - including ZERO experience. SHOP 26 has a robust training program.

Quincy Square on 4th Public Meeting - City of Bremerton

Friday, January 14, 2022

Quincy Square Public Meeting - January 20, 2022 Quincy Square is a community driven reconstruction project that will revitalize 4th Street between Pacific Avenue and Washington Avenue. When complete the street will be able to transform into a pedestrian plaza for events. The plan includes lighting, landscaping, pedestrian amenities, parking, and unique keyboard paving. The Square’s name, theme, and art installations honor Quincy Jones, an internationally recognized musician and producer who spent formative years in Bremerton. To learn more about the project, including details about the schedule and design please join us at a public meeting on...

SAFE Boats wins Ukraine-linked patrol boat order

Wednesday, January 05, 2022

https://www.marinelog.com/shipbuilding/shipyards/shipyard-news/safe-boats-wins-ukraine-linked-patrol-boat-order/ As tensions over Russian threats to Ukraine mount, SAFE Boats International, Bremerton, Wash., has been awarded a contract under a U.S. security assistance program that includes a focus on enhancing Ukraine’s capacity to defend its territorial waters and that could see a possible Foreign Military Sale to Ukraine of up to 16 Mark VI patrol boats worth an estimated $600 million. According to a December 30, 2021, Department of Defense announcement, SAFE Boats has now been awarded a $25,556,452 firm-fixed-price modification to a previously awarded contract (N00024-21-C-2201) that exercisesoptions for construction, outfitting, reactivation, and training of two Mark VI...

2022 Is Just Around the Corner! Circle these dates on your calendar!

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Washington PTAC News

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Distributed by Washinton PTAC, this newsletter shares news & information for anyone interested in government contracting. Upcoming Training Opportunities How to Do Business with the Forest Service - VIPR 12-22.2022 10AM-12PM Contracting Coffee Hour 01..05.2022 8-10AM Post Award: Contract Compliance 01.12.2022 8-10AM CLICK HERE TO READ COMPLETE NEWSLETTER Biz Opps RFP Electronic Fingerprinting Services – WA DSHS RFP Website Redesign – Puyallup Tribe of Indians Commercial Recycling, Composting, and Waste Reduction Outreach Consultant – KIRKLAND...

Saving the Holiday Shopping Season – see the slides & video here!

Friday, October 15, 2021

The October Kitsap Digital Hour was packed with great information and if you weren’t able to join us live you are in luck because we are sharing them here! Kitsap Public Health Slides SEO/SEM Marketing Slides Best Practices for Social Media/Ecommerce Slides

Census data shows Kitsap County is attracting more people while becoming more diverse

Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Reposted from the Kitsap Sun – by Peiyu Lin Kitsap County has grown in population and become more diverse in the last decade. Data released Aug. 12 by the U.S. Census Bureau from its decennial survey shows that the population of Kitsap County has increased by 9.7% in the past 10 years. More: How many people live in Kitsap County after the 2020 Census count? The county has also seen its racial and ethnic diversity grow. The percentage of those in Kitsap County identifying as white decreased by 0.5% since 2010 — significantly less than...

Silverdale Center Community Workshop This Week

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Silverdale Center Plan: Community Workshop #2: Exploring Plan ConceptsWednesday, August 20th5.30PM to 7.30PMKitsap County invites participation at a community workshop to participate in an exciting planning and design concepts for Silverdale Center’s future. Together, we’ll explore ideas to improve connectivity, enhance public amenities like parks and gathering spaces, expand housing options, grow local business opportunities, and much more. Your input matters – we look forward to seeing you there!AgendaWelcome & PurposeRecap: What We Heard from You (Workshop 1)Project Updates – Design ConceptsOpen House - Interactive ActivityReport Back & Closing Project website: Silverdale Center PlanCentral Kitsap Fire & Rescue5300 NW Newberry Hill RdSilverdale, WA 98383

SIOP HOLDS SUCCESSFUL FIRST INDUSTRY DAY TO “THINK DIFFERENT, BUILD BETTER”

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

June 6, 2024 -Reposted from NAVFAC HQThe Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) completed part one of its first-ever Industry Day June 5 The event was broadcast to approximately 500 attendees and included a familiarization video on Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard (PHNS), a detailed description of the SIOP baseline plan for PHNS, and remarks from SIOP leaders on how SIOP is critical to the Navy’s mission, as well as the need for innovative ideas that break from the Department of Defense’s typical processes and ways of doing business.“Industry Day provides our stakeholders a better understanding of the challenges SIOP is facing...

SIOP Industry Day - Virtual

Monday, June 10, 2024

PEO II Industry Innovation Day :THINK DIFFERENT, BUILD BETTERThe Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) and Program Executive Office Industrial Infrastructure (PEO II) hosted a Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) Industry Day on June 5, 2024. View video here Part 2 will occur in Washington, DC on August 13-15, 2024. An organization (e.g., contractor, vendor, professional association, academic institution, etc.) will have approximately 30 minutes to present its recommendation to a panel of federal government representatives. The intent is to expose government technical and contracting personnel to ideas not typically used in federal procurements (principally design, construction, and industrial equipment) so that the...

Learn how to start your own business with BE$T

Monday, March 14, 2022

Dreaming of Starting Your Own Business? BE$T Can Help! Kitsap Community Resources’ Business Education Support & Training (BE$T) Program is committed to providing the business training and network of supportive community services to enterprising individuals to gain self- sufficiency through small business ownership. Next Class Begins April 12. Tuition is Based on a Sliding Scale & Starts at Only $60! In-Person 8-week classes begin APRIL 12 Evening classes at Kitsap Community Resources in Bremerton Develop your business concept Define and...

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