California Volunteers 2026 AmeriCorps State Funding Opportunity RFA
California VolunteersState · CA- Due
- Feb 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
California Volunteers is soliciting applications for the 2026 AmeriCorps State program to engage members in service solutions addressing community needs. Applications for the initial 12-month performance period are due February 24, 2026.
AmeriCorps State application materials, Requested forms, Budget worksheet, Performance measure materials, Required waivers
Community and Logic Model, Evidence Tier, Evidence Quality, Notice Priority, Member Experience, Organizational Background and Staffing, Member Supervision, Member Recruitment, Member Retention, Data Collection
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Summary
California Volunteers is soliciting applications for the 2026 AmeriCorps State program to engage members in service solutions addressing community needs. Applications for the initial 12-month performance period are due February 24, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
10- Community and Logic Model
- Evidence Tier
- Evidence Quality
- Notice Priority
- Member Experience
- Organizational Background and Staffing
- Member Supervision
- Member Recruitment
- Member Retention
- Data Collection
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- AmeriCorps State application materials
- Requested forms
- Budget worksheet
- Performance measure materials
- Required waivers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Proposed Service Site Locations
- Labor Organization Certification Form
- AmeriCorps Budget Worksheet
- Operational and Financial Management Survey
- Evaluation Plan Summary
- Evaluation Report
- Evidence Base Supporting Documents
- Match Waiver Request
- Minimum Program Size Waiver Request
- Minimum Number of Members per Service Location Waiver Request
- Education and Training Waiver Form
- Submit to
- eGrants and CV Grants Portal
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- California
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from California Volunteers?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: eGrants and CV Grants Portal.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including California Volunteers 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: AmeriCorps State application materials, Requested forms, Budget worksheet, Performance measure materials, Required waivers. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Community and Logic Model, Evidence Tier, Evidence Quality, Notice Priority, Member Experience, Organizational Background and Staffing, Member Supervision, Member Recruitment, Member Retention, Data C..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from California Volunteers?
All active and historical solicitations from California Volunteers are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, California Volunteers regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposed Service Site Locations, Labor Organization Certification Form, AmeriCorps Budget Worksheet, Operational and Financial Management Survey, Evaluation Plan Summary, Evaluation Report, Evidence B. Review the full document from California Volunteers for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.