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City and County of San Francisco Film Space Grant RFP 2023-2027

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Posted
Apr 27, 2023
Contract term
2 years

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

This RFP seeks proposals from nonprofit organizations to provide financial assistance to independent filmmakers by offering low-cost office and film production space, industry mentorship, and professional development programming in San Francisco. The goal is to facilitate film production activities and stimulate economic development.

What you must deliver

Provide space within an owned or leased San Francisco-based facility for five or more filmmakers; Provide professional development programming and industry mentorship to filmmakers.

How it's scored

Applicant Qualifications (10 points), Mission Alignment (30 points), Project Team (20 points), Approach and Activities (30 points), Financial Management and Budget (10 Points)

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Summary

This RFP seeks proposals from nonprofit organizations to provide financial assistance to independent filmmakers by offering low-cost office and film production space, industry mentorship, and professional development programming in San Francisco.

The goal is to facilitate film production activities and stimulate economic development.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Applicant Qualifications10 pts
Mission Alignment30 pts
Project Team20 pts
Approach and Activities30 pts
Financial Management and Budget10 pts

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Provide space within an owned or leased San Francisco-based facility for five or more filmmakers; Provide professional development programming and industry mentorship to filmmakers.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

Appendix B, Proposed Budget template

Submit to
https://sf.gov/information/bid-opportunities
Notice of interest
May 9, 2023
Duration
48 months
Scope location
San Francisco
Reported agency
City and County of San Francisco

Questions about this RFP

How do I respond to this RFP from City of San Francisco?

Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. 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: https://sf.gov/information/bid-opportunities.

Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?

Most government agencies, including City of San Francisco 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: Provide space within an owned or leased San Francisco-based facility for five or more filmmakers; Provide professional development programming and industry mentorship to filmmakers.. 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: "Applicant Qualifications (10 points), Mission Alignment (30 points), Project Team (20 points), Approach and Activities (30 points), Financial Management and Budget (10 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.

Where can I find more RFPs from City of San Francisco?

All active and historical solicitations from City of San Francisco are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of San Francisco 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 2 years. 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: Appendix B, Proposed Budget template. Review the full document from City of San Francisco for the complete list.

What is the scope of this project?

This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Francisco. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.

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