Description
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking a consulting firm to execute a comprehensive Farm‑to‑School outreach program that includes three major work streams: (1) planning and delivering a statewide conference plus 8‑24 regional convenings, (2) conducting a statewide food‑education landscape analysis with a final report due July 31 2027, and (3) creating a storytelling and communications package with evergreen digital assets. The contract runs from July 1 2026 through December 31 2029 with a total ceiling of $1.3 million ($800k for events, $250k for analysis, $250k for communications). The contractor must manage all phases—design, implementation, post‑event reporting, data collection, analysis, and multimedia production—while providing monthly progress reports, adhering to strict budget line‑item limits, and meeting DVBE and small‑business participation requirements.
• Deliver a state‑wide conference (planning, logistics, promotion, day‑of coordination, post‑event reporting) and multiple regional events across California.
• Perform mixed‑method research, case studies, and produce a comprehensive analysis report with actionable recommendations by 31 July 2027.
• Develop a strategic communications plan, produce a library of evergreen assets, and deliver 1‑2 current‑program multimedia pieces.
• Provide monthly/quarterly invoicing, progress reports, and maintain compliance with state procurement, insurance, and labor‑code obligations.
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Hilary Pappenberger