State Council on Developmental Disabilities Leadership Development and Organizational Transformation Program (LDOTP)

The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is seeking a qualified organization to design and implement a Leadership Development and Organizational Transformation Program (LDOTP) through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The procurement targets organizations capable of developing a comprehensive leadership training program for SCDD staff, with key deliverables including a two-day in-person conference in Sacramento, strengths assessments, virtual workshops, and employee well-being initiatives. The primary objectives are to strengthen personal leadership skills, align individual contributions with organizational goals, and empower leaders to drive systemic change supporting underserved communities. Proposals are due by January 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM PT, with the contract term spanning from February 10, 2025, through February 9, 2026. The evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience (20 points), approach and methodology (20 points), scope of work and deliverables (20 points), timeline and workplan (15 points), outcomes (15 points), and cost proposal (10 points), with a minimum score of 100 points required for consideration.

The RFP includes preferences for Small Business (SB), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Target Area Contract Preference Act (TACPA) participants, indicating a commitment to supporting diverse business enterprises. The total contract amount will not exceed $175,000, with funding contingent on federal fund availability and Council approval. Travel costs are reimbursable up to CalHR's current rates but are not factored into the evaluation scoring. The contract will be awarded to the highest-scoring proposal, with SCDD reserving the right to extend the contract for one additional year. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the RFP indicates that the selected organization will work closely with the National Leadership Consortium, which has experience in disability sector leadership training. Bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation, including detailed travel schedules and budgets, and demonstrate expertise in leadership development, organizational transformation, and supporting inclusive practices for individuals with developmental disabilities.