California Department of Food and Agriculture - Fruit Tree, Nut Tree, and Grapevine Improvement Advisory Board Research Proposal - FY 2027-2028
Plant Health Division | State of CaliforniaState · Sacramento, CA- Due
- Apr 30, 2027
- 168 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kelley Paugh
- (916) 654-0435
The 30-second brief
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in coordination with the Fruit Tree, Nut Tree, and Grapevine Improvement Advisory Board (IAB), invites research proposals for Fiscal Year 2027-2028 to promote production of high-quality tree and grapevine nursery stock. Research priorities include diseases and genetic disorders, variety identification, registration and certification programs, education and outreach, and rootstock issues. Proposals are due by April 2027 (exact date to be announced, 5:00 pm PST) and must be submitted electronically to [email protected]. Funding is made possible from assessments on fruit tree, nut tree, olive, and grapevine nursery stock, with project start dates beginning July 1, 2027.
The problem identified is significant to the nursery industry (20 points), The objectives identified are specific and clearly stated (20 points), The research methodology is sound and appropriate for stated objectives (20 points), The results will have immediate applications for the nursery industry (15 points), The budget is justified and appropriate (15 points), The time frame is reasonable for proposed research (5 points), The proposal will stimulate funding from other sources (5 points)
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Summary
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), in coordination with the Fruit Tree, Nut Tree, and Grapevine Improvement Advisory Board (IAB), invites research proposals for Fiscal Year 2027-2028 to promote production of high-quality tree and grapevine nursery stock.
Research priorities include diseases and genetic disorders, variety identification, registration and certification programs, education and outreach, and rootstock issues. Proposals are due by April 2027 (exact date to be announced, 5:00 pm PST) and must be submitted electronically to [email protected]. Funding is made possible from assessments on fruit tree, nut tree, olive, and grapevine nursery stock, with project start dates beginning July 1, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The problem identified is significant to the nursery industry (20 points), The objectives identified are specific and clearly stated (20 points), The research methodology is sound and appropriate for stated objectives (20 points), The results will have immediate applications for the nursery industry (15 points), The budget is justified and appropriate (15 points), The time frame is reasonable for proposed research (5 points), The proposal will stimulate funding from other sources (5 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Coversheet
- Proposal Narrative
- Budget Itemization
- Proposal Presentation
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sacramento, CA
- Reported agency
- California Department of Food and Agriculture
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Plant Health Division | State of California?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Kelley Paugh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Plant Health Division | State of California in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kelley Paugh at (916) 654-0435. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "The problem identified is significant to the nursery industry (20 points), The objectives identified are specific and clearly stated (20 points), The research methodology is sound and appropriate for..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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