WSDA Statewide support, training & technical assistance for emergency food

The Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Food Assistance (FA) division is soliciting Requests for Proposals (RFP) from non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations to provide statewide support, training, and technical assistance for emergency food providers participating in FA programs and the emergency food system at large. The selected contractor will be responsible for activities such as ensuring availability of technical assistance, providing training, developing nutrition education resources, identifying and promoting best practices, maintaining a website with information and resources, supporting the Food Assistance Advisory Committee, and disseminating information to providers. The RFP covers a grant period from July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025, with options to extend for up to two additional two-year periods. The overall estimated budget is not to exceed $200,000 per fiscal year, which may include both state and federal funding. Proposers must meet minimum qualifications including having non-profit status, experience in the emergency food system, ability to develop training and educational materials, and established internal controls for fund accounting. Proposals will be evaluated based on the technical approach, management plan, and cost.

This contract opportunity is open to non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations only. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of non-profit organizations that can respond. The RFP does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it require integration with any existing infrastructure or technology. The total budget for this project is estimated at up to $200,000 per fiscal year.