IFB#24-20087-000 Performance Art Educator Services

The state of California, through the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) - Metropolitan, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Performance Art Educator Services. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing workshops to adult patients/individuals with varying degrees of mental illnesses. The contractor must provide a minimum of four hours of direct patient services per eight-hour workshop day, develop twelve-week lesson plans, complete required documentation, and support special arts events. DSH will provide supplies, materials, equipment, and workshop space. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications related to licenses, references, and artistic experience. The agreement term is anticipated to be from November 12, 2024 through June 30, 2026, and the pricing for the services is capped at $70 per hour, with a total agreement amount not to exceed $49,999. DSH reserves the right to terminate the agreement if the contractor fails to commence work or comply with any federal, state, or local laws.

The IFB includes details on the bid submission and evaluation process, including key action dates, bid requirements, and preference and incentive programs. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The IFB does not mention any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The total budget for this contract opportunity is not explicitly stated, but the maximum agreement amount is $49,999.