Attachment_20_-_Key_Action_Dates_RFP-26-015_v10.07.26.pdf

This file is an attachment to a Request for Proposal (RFP-26-015) issued by the California Arts Council for Reasonable Accommodation, Ergonomics and Training Services. The RFP seeks a single qualified contractor to provide comprehensive professional services supporting the California Arts Council's reasonable accommodation, ergonomics, and training initiatives. Eligible respondents include California-based independent contractors, individuals, sole proprietors, partnerships, California Certified Small Businesses, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprises, 501(c)(3) organizations, private for-profit organizations, and organizations with joint powers agreements. The RFP was released on October 7, 2026, with bidder questions due by October 15, 2026. Answers to questions are posted to Cal eProcure by October 19, 2026. Bid package submissions are due on October 22, 2026 by 5 PM PST, with evaluation occurring October 23-27, 2026. A Notice of Intent to Award is scheduled for October 27, 2026, followed by a five business-day protest period extending through November 3, 2026. Contract award is anticipated for November 4, 2026, contingent upon no protests and completion of Department of General Services Office of Legal Services contract review and approval estimated for November 4-6, 2026. The contract term is estimated at three years, from November 10, 2026 through November 9, 2029.

The RFP document specifies that all bids must be submitted via email to Procurement@arts.ca.gov. All key action dates and deadlines are subject to change based on business needs, with changes to be communicated through addendum. The file emphasizes that bidders should refer to the complete RFP-26-015 document for comprehensive information regarding project scope, pricing terms, and other contractual requirements, and should monitor the event posting regularly for any updates or modifications to the timeline.