SL 96610 - To provide the Disaster Services Branch an opportunity to network and collaborate with hundreds of emergency management professionals…

The California Department of Social Services has awarded a non-IT personal services contract to the California Emergency Services Association (CA EMERGENCY SERVICES ASSN) on January 7, 2026. The contract, valued at $845, is structured to facilitate networking and collaboration opportunities for the Disaster Services Branch, enabling engagement with emergency management professionals.

The contract's primary objective is to provide access to professional forums focused on lessons learned and best practices in emergency management. With a single line item quantified as one unit at a unit price of $845, the agreement appears designed to support knowledge exchange and professional development within the state's emergency services ecosystem. The contract type is classified as Non-IT Services_Personal Services, indicating a focus on professional expertise and collaborative learning rather than technological or equipment procurement.