Opportunity
California eProcure #C5613638-D
CDCR Solicits Contractor for Peer Literacy Mentor Program Curriculum Design
Posted
August 13, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
C5613638-D
NAICS
611430, 611710
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Division of Rehabilitative Programs, is seeking a contractor to design and deliver a comprehensive mentor training curriculum for the Peer Literacy Mentor Program (PLMP). - Government Buyer: - California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) - Division of Rehabilitative Programs - Office of Business Services, Contracts Management Branch - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified educational service providers. - Services Requested: - Design, creation, and delivery of a fully developed, ready-to-implement mentor training curriculum for the PLMP - Curriculum must include three modules: - Foundations (240 hours) - Restorative and Transformative Practice (80 hours) - Internship and Capstone (120 hours) - Deliverables include instructor facilitation guides, assessments, and monthly progress meetings - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must hold a California Teaching Credential - Experience in adult education and curriculum design is required - Estimated budget is $30,000 - 25% Small Business participation requirement - Curriculum must total over 600 hours of incarcerated student work and be ready for immediate implementation - No hardware, software, or physical products are being procured; this is a specialized educational services contract.
Description
The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), Division of Rehabilitative Programs (DRP), is seeking a contractor to design, create, and deliver a fully developed, ready-to-implement mentor training curriculum for CDCR's Peer Literacy Mentor Program (PLMP). The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, disadvantaged businesses, disabled veteran businesses, and other businesses covered by state and federal programs and preferences. The contract aims to meet the state's 25% Small Business participation requirement.