City of Stockton - FY26-27 Entrepreneurship Ecosystem Program - PUR 27-015 (2026)
City of StocktonCity · Stockton, CA- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Timothy Caluya
- (209) 937-8357
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Stockton is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to provide technical assistance, business support services, and entrepreneurship programming for local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups, with a focus on low- and moderate-income individuals using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The program areas include one-on-one business consulting, financial consultation and access to capital, business management and compliance services, comprehensive legal services, succession planning, entrepreneurial co-op training, food incubator support, digital and operational capacity enhancement, manufacturing and logistics education, and coworking/incubator opportunities. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST. A non-mandatory pre-submittal meeting will be held on October 23, 2026. The minimum funding request is $75,000, and the expected contract term is one year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
Project Vision & Implementation (35%), Agency Capacity to Deliver Project & Financial Management (30%), Analysis of Program Readiness (25%), Project Budget (10%)
SUMMARY
The City of Stockton is seeking proposals from qualified organizations to provide technical assistance, business support services, and entrepreneurship programming for local entrepreneurs, small businesses, and startups, with a focus on low- and moderate-income individuals using Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
The program areas include one-on-one business consulting, financial consultation and access to capital, business management and compliance services, comprehensive legal services, succession planning, entrepreneurial co-op training, food incubator support, digital and operational capacity enhancement, manufacturing and logistics education, and coworking/incubator opportunities. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM PST. A non-mandatory pre-submittal meeting will be held on October 23, 2026. The minimum funding request is $75,000, and the expected contract term is one year from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Attachment A - Proposer Contact Information
- Attachment B - Proposer Covenant
- Attachment C - Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Attachment D - Agency Reference Form
- Attachment E - Certification of Financial Condition
- Attachment F - Price Proposal
- Attachment G - Subcontractor List
- Attachment H - Exception Form
- Attachment I - Certificate of Nondiscrimination
- Attachment J - Conflict of Interest Disclosure - AB334
- Signed addenda
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Stockton, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Stockton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Timothy Caluya.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Stockton 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?
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Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
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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: "Project Vision & Implementation (35%), Agency Capacity to Deliver Project & Financial Management (30%), Analysis of Program Readiness (25%), Project Budget (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Stockton?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Attachment A - Proposer Contact Information, Attachment B - Proposer Covenant, Attachment C - Non-Collusion Affidavit, Attachment D - Agency Reference Form, Attachment E - Certification of Financial C. Review the full document from City of Stockton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Stockton, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.