Restorative Justice Trainers and Practitioners RFI

The County of Los Angeles Department of Youth Development has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified organizations and individuals with expertise in facilitating complex Restorative Justice practices and providing training on Restorative Justice. The procurement seeks service providers capable of delivering restorative justice training and facilitation to youth, community members, educators, and organizations that serve youth populations. Key qualifications required include demonstrated expertise in restorative justice practices and proven ability to develop and deliver training programs tailored to diverse audiences. This is an information-gathering initiative rather than a formal solicitation for services, designed to assess marketplace capabilities and inform the Department's future procurement strategy. Responses must be submitted electronically through BIT.LY/DYDRJRFI with a deadline of Friday, May 29, 2026, by 5:00 p.m. PST. The RFI does not establish binding contractual obligations and contains no specified evaluation criteria, contract terms, or renewal options at this stage.

The RFI document does not identify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or specific organizational type limitations that would restrict eligibility for response. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specified in this information-gathering phase. The document does not disclose funding amounts, budget ranges, or potential award values, as this RFI serves as a preliminary marketplace assessment tool to inform the Department of Youth Development's subsequent procurement decisions and next steps. Organizations and individuals interested in this opportunity should prepare comprehensive information about their restorative justice facilitation experience, training delivery capabilities, and track record serving youth and community populations.