Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association - Private Equity Consulting Services Search - RFP - 2026
Los Angeles County Employees Retirement AssociationCounty · Pasadena, CA- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Didier Acevedo
- (555) 123-4567
The 30-second brief
Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) requests proposals from qualified firms to provide non-discretionary private equity consulting services for its Total Fund program, covering buyout, growth equity, venture capital, and special situations investments. Scope of work encompasses strategic consulting, sourcing and due diligence, meeting attendance, support for Board, staff, and general consultant, and optional reporting and fee validation under California Government Code § 7514.7. The submission deadline is December 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. Questions are due by November 20, 2026, and the intent to respond (Attachment A) is also due November 20, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on organization, professional staff, service model, research capabilities, technology and reporting, and fee proposal.
Research Capabilities (25%), Professional Staff (20%), Technology and Reporting (20%), Service Model (15%), Organization (10%), Fee Proposal (10%)
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Summary
Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association (LACERA) requests proposals from qualified firms to provide non-discretionary private equity consulting services for its Total Fund program, covering buyout, growth equity, venture capital, and special situations investments.
Scope of work encompasses strategic consulting, sourcing and due diligence, meeting attendance, support for Board, staff, and general consultant, and optional reporting and fee validation under California Government Code § 7514.7. The submission deadline is December 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. Questions are due by November 20, 2026, and the intent to respond (Attachment A) is also due November 20, 2026. Proposals will be evaluated based on organization, professional staff, service model, research capabilities, technology and reporting, and fee proposal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
31- Attachment A – Intent to Respond
- Attachment C – Minimum Qualification Certification
- Attachment D – Private Equity Consultant Questionnaire
- Attachment E – LACERA Information Technology Security Vendor Questionnaire
- Attachment F – Private Equity Investment Consulting Services Agreement Template
- Attachment G – Diversity
- Equity
- Inclusion (DEI) Questionnaire
- Attachment H – Environmental
- Social
- Governance (ESG) Questionnaire
- Attachment I – Supplemental Tables for Exhibits O-W
- Audited Financial Statements and Auditor's Management Letter
- SEC Form ADV Parts 1A
- 2A
- 2B
- SOC 1 Report
- SOC 2 Report
- Code of Ethics
- Compliance Policies and Procedures
- Conflict of Interest Policy
- Proposed Team Resumes and Biographies
- Certificates of Insurance
- Sample Client Quarterly Reports
- Allocation Policy
- Sample Client Portal Reports and Screenshots
- Fee Proposal
- White Papers
- Tables A through I
- Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans
- Form 700
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Los Angeles, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Didier Acevedo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association 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 Didier Acevedo at (555) 123-4567. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Research Capabilities (25%), Professional Staff (20%), Technology and Reporting (20%), Service Model (15%), Organization (10%), Fee Proposal (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association?
All active and historical solicitations from Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 18, 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 – Intent to Respond, Attachment C – Minimum Qualification Certification, Attachment D – Private Equity Consultant Questionnaire, Attachment E – LACERA Information Technology Security Vend. Review the full document from Los Angeles County Employees Retirement Association 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, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.