Request for Proposal (RFP) A231012440 Communications Campaign for Gun Violence

The California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) is seeking a contractor through a Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide a communications campaign for the Gun Violence Restraining Order Community Outreach and Education Campaign. The contractor will be responsible for directing and supporting this statewide campaign, which aims to provide tools, resources, and outreach to educate communities on the definition, purpose, and process of obtaining gun violence restraining orders. Key deliverables include strategic planning, messaging development, material creation, and implementation of the campaign. The contractor must have experience providing community outreach and education campaigns, managing gun violence prevention efforts, and working with state agencies. Proposals are due by April 10, 2024, and the initial contract term will be from May 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, with the option to extend for an additional 18 months. The RFP specifies a maximum budget of $4,000,000 for the campaign.

The RFP includes preferences and incentives for small businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses. The selected contractor will be required to comply with various state contracting requirements and provide detailed reporting on progress and outcomes throughout the campaign. The procurement is open to all qualified vendors, and there is no information provided on any incumbent vendors or current contractors.