Opportunity
California eProcure #26-001
California DCC Seeks Economic Impact Assessment Services for Cannabis Regulations
Posted
August 25, 2026
Respond By
September 30, 2026
Identifier
26-001
NAICS
541690, 541611
This opportunity is issued by the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) for economic impact assessment services related to cannabis regulations and legislation. - Government Buyer: - California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) - Acquisitions Office, Operations Branch, Administrative Services Division - Scope of Services: - Perform approximately 10-12 economic impact assessments annually for proposed adoption, amendment, or repeal of DCC regulations - Analyze economic impact of potential statutory changes to cannabis regulation and related legislation - Provide annual market assessments of the California cannabis market, including economic indicators, supply, demand, and trends - Deliver a one-time comprehensive cannabis tax report with recommendations for tax law updates - Prepare fee assessments to align licensing and renewal fees with regulatory and enforcement costs - Deliverables: - Detailed reports, presentations, and technical memos - Responses to public and governmental comments as required - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation and small business preferences - Services must include regulatory impact analyses, market research, and consultation with relevant state agencies - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; the opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms with relevant expertise.
Description
The Department of Cannabis Control is seeking a contractor to provide economic impact assessment services. The solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for consulting services. Proposals must be submitted via email by September 30, 2026, and questions regarding the RFP are due by September 2, 2026. The contract includes detailed requirements, evaluation criteria, and terms, with the anticipated start date in the week of November 2, 2026.