CFC Tax Credit Regulations Consultant

The California Film Commission (CFC), in collaboration with the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, is seeking a specialized Tax Credit Regulations Consultant to support the California Film and Television Tax Credit program. The primary objectives include performing detailed application review tasks such as analyzing applicant budgets, identifying non-qualified expenditures, creating credit calculation worksheets, and tracking application materials. Proposers must demonstrate extensive experience communicating with the Office of Administrative Law and possess comprehensive knowledge of regulatory submission processes. The Request for Proposal (RFP) outlines a rigorous evaluation criteria totaling 100 points, with specific allocations including 20 points for understanding the request, 20 points for methods and strategies, 15 points for professional experience, 15 points for knowledge of rulemaking processes, and 30 points for budget/cost considerations. Critical submission details include a proposal deadline of July 15, 2025, at 5 p.m. PDT, with an anticipated contract award date of July 23, 2025, and a contract period running from July 23, 2025, to December 21, 2025.

The solicitation encourages participation from California-certified small businesses and microbusinesses, who can claim a 5% preference, and specifically includes Disabled Veterans Business Enterprises (DVBEs) as preferred vendors. Proposers are required to disclose any use of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in their proposal, with potential disqualification for non-disclosure. Additional compliance requirements include completing standard state contract forms such as the Drug-Free Workplace Certification (STD 21), Contractor Certification Clauses (CCC), Darfur Contracting Act Compliance, Bidder Declaration, and Payee Data Record (STD 204). While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive documentation and detailed evaluation process suggest a structured procurement approach aimed at selecting a highly qualified consultant to support the state's film industry tax credit program. The RFP emphasizes the strategic goal of protecting California's film production industry by providing tax credit incentives to compete with other states and countries.