Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 24EO015

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 24EO015 for developing a Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP) under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program. The seven-month contract seeks a contractor to create an innovative climate action plan guiding state actions and partnerships for 2026-2035 and 2026-2050, building upon the 2022 Scoping Plan Update. Key deliverables include economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions modeling, sector-specific decarbonization analyses, and a draft CCAP meeting U.S. EPA requirements. Proposers must demonstrate expertise in economy-wide scenario modeling, climate policy evaluation, and technical report writing for policymakers. The evaluation process will consider methodology, work plan, personnel experience, and cost, with a maximum of 100 points available. Proposals are due by May 9, 2025, with the contract funded through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program and specific technical and cost evaluation criteria.

The RFP includes provisions for Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, with potential bid incentives for qualifying businesses. Contractors must comply with various state regulations, including COVID-19 prevention measures, civil rights laws, and conflict of interest guidelines. The initial contract is valued at $750,000, with options to renew for two additional seven-month periods at $150,000 each, potentially bringing the total contract value to $1,050,000. While no incumbent vendor is specifically mentioned, the proposal emphasizes the need for comprehensive climate action planning that integrates existing state climate strategies. Proposers will need to demonstrate capability in developing complex climate modeling scenarios and creating actionable policy recommendations that align with California's ambitious climate goals. The contract requires a sophisticated understanding of cross-sector emissions reduction strategies and the ability to translate technical analysis into policy-actionable insights.