Technical Assistance, Training, and Capacity Building Support for Non Profit Organizations in the Community Violence Intervention (CVI) Field

The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) is requesting proposals for technical assistance, training, and capacity-building support for nonprofit community-based organizations engaged in Community Violence Intervention work statewide, with proposals due October 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. A 5% small-business preference applies to certified small businesses or non-small businesses with at least 25% small-business subcontractor participation.

Services must strengthen organizational infrastructure, financial and administrative systems, case management and data systems, evaluation capacity, staff development and wellness, and long-term sustainability. Deliverables include a Technical Assistance & Capacity-Building Plan, structured training program, work plan with training timeline and TA schedule, needs assessment tool and methodology, CBO engagement plan, active participation in BSCC meetings and events, logistics coordination, and progress and final reports. Services must be available statewide with priority placement in 18 California counties identified as disproportionately impacted by gun violence; priority is given to 26 nonprofit CBOs funded through CalVIP Cohort 5. Proposers must be legally authorized to conduct business in California and have documented experience working with state and local governments and nonprofit CBOs, as well as providing technical assistance, training, and capacity-building activities in the CVI field.

Up to $2.75 million is available. The BSCC may issue one or multiple awards depending on proposal quality and number. The contract term runs through December 31, 2029, with anticipated contract initiation February 8, 2027 and executed agreement on or about March 8, 2027.

Evaluation weights four factors: Qualifications and Experience (25%), Technical Assistance, Training and Capacity-Building Strategy (25%), Work Plan and Work Schedule (20%), and Proposal Budget (30%), scored on a 0–5 scale for a maximum of 100 points. Proposals must include a proposal abstract, 12-page narrative, 5-page budget narrative, and required attachments submitted electronically. Funding is contingent on availability of Gun Violence Prevention and School Safety Fund allocations; if reduced or eliminated, the BSCC may cancel the agreement with no liability or offer an amended agreement reflecting reduced amounts.