California eProcure #CFF 7792

First 5 California Seeks State Advocacy Services for Early Childhood Policy Advancement

First 5 California (F5CA), a state agency, is seeking a qualified organization to provide comprehensive state advocacy services to advance early childhood policy and investments across California. - Government Buyer: - First 5 California (F5CA), Contracts and Procurement Office - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive state advocacy services for early childhood policy advancement - Legislative and budget monitoring and analysis - Policy development and advocacy materials (briefs, analyses, position letters, testimony, talking points) - Engagement with the Governor's Office, California Legislature, and state agencies - Strategic counsel and regular reporting to F5CA leadership - Contract Details: - Maximum contract value: $1,000,000 - Term: Approximately three years, with possible one-year extension - Notable Requirements: - Services must align with F5CA's Strategic Plan and Policy Agenda - Mandatory participation by Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises (DVBE) - Contractor will act as a strategic partner, supporting F5CA's legislative and budget priorities for children prenatal to age five - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Place of Performance: - First 5 California Contracts and Procurement Office, Sacramento, CA

Description

First 5 California (F5CA) is soliciting proposals from qualified organizations to provide state advocacy services that support the healthy development and well-being of children prenatal to age five and their families across California. The selected contractor will provide legislative monitoring, policy analysis, relationship-building with state policymakers, development of advocacy materials, and strategic counsel to advance early childhood policies and investments. The contract term is approximately three years, starting upon Department of General Services approval, with a maximum fiscal amount of $1,000,000. The work aims to elevate early childhood priorities in California's legislative and budget processes in alignment with F5CA's Strategic Plan and Policy Agenda.

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