First 5 LA Community Voice for Housing Equity RFP 2025
First 5 Los AngelesCounty · Los Angeles, CA- Due
- Dec 12, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 21, 2025
- Primary contact
- Inesa Papazyan
The 30-second brief
First 5 LA is soliciting proposals to engage up to five community-based organizations to translate housing research into actionable policy recommendations for the FY 2026-27 Housing Policy Agenda. Applications are due Dec. 12, 2025.
Validate findings, Share community insights, Co-develop policy recommendations, Refine performance measures, Participate in Annual Summit
Eligibility review first; proposers must meet minimum requirements including CBO status, Los Angeles County base, two years' experience, data interpretation/advocacy/systems-change work, and experience with relevant families/populations.
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Summary
First 5 LA is soliciting proposals to engage up to five community-based organizations to translate housing research into actionable policy recommendations for the FY 2026-27 Housing Policy Agenda. Applications are due Dec. 12, 2025.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Eligibility review first; proposers must meet minimum requirements including CBO status, Los Angeles County base, two years' experience, data interpretation/advocacy/systems-change work, and experience with relevant families/populations.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Validate findings
- Share community insights
- Co-develop policy recommendations
- Refine performance measures
- Participate in Annual Summit
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter
- RFP
- Appendix A Sample Contract
- Appendix B Application Checklist
- Appendix C Due Diligence Assessment Form
- Appendix D Organizational Conflict of Interest Form
- Appendix E Proposed Budget and Pricing Template
- Submit to
- Submit through the First 5 LA online application system at https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/f076dbd7-e608-4456-8283-d9282fb417c9. Contact/Questions via email: ip*******@******la.org
- Scope location
- Los Angeles County, CA
- Reported agency
- First 5 LA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from First 5 Los Angeles?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 12, 2025. 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: Submit through the First 5 LA online application system at https://bbgm-apply.yourcausegrants.com/apply/programs/f076dbd7-e608-4456-8283-d9282fb417c9. Contact/Questions via email: ip*******@******la.org. For questions, contact Inesa Papazyan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including First 5 Los Angeles 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 Inesa Papazyan. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Validate findings, Share community insights, Co-develop policy recommendations, Refine performance measures, Participate in Annual Summit. 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: "Eligibility review first; proposers must meet minimum requirements including CBO status, Los Angeles County base, two years' experience, data interpretation/advocacy/systems-change work, and experienc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from First 5 Los Angeles?
All active and historical solicitations from First 5 Los Angeles are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, First 5 Los Angeles regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Cover Letter, RFP, Appendix A Sample Contract, Appendix B Application Checklist, Appendix C Due Diligence Assessment Form, Appendix D Organizational Conflict of Interest Form, Appendix E Proposed Budg. Review the full document from First 5 Los Angeles for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.