City of Santa Cruz On-Call Grant Support Services RFP No. CM-0236 2025
City of Santa CruzCity · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Oct 31, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2025
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- William Kelley
- (831) 420-5123
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Summary
The City of Santa Cruz is soliciting proposals from qualified firms for on-call grant support services under RFP No.
CM-0236. The City intends to establish a professional services on-call list to provide specialized expertise and additional capacity for various City departments. Scope includes grant research, writing, and support services across federal, state, and foundation funding sources. The City expects to award master agreements to multiple consultants for a three-year initial term, with potential extensions. Proposals are due by October 31, 2025, at 809 Center St. Room 10, Santa Cruz, CA. A notice of interest is requested by October 3, 2025. Primary contact is William Kelley at (831) 420-5123.
- Submit to
- 809 Center St. Room 10, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Santa Cruz?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 31, 2025. Submissions should be delivered to: 809 Center St. Room 10, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060. For questions, contact William Kelley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Santa Cruz 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 William Kelley at (831) 420-5123. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Santa Cruz?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Santa Cruz are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Santa Cruz 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 3 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. Review the full document from City of Santa Cruz for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.