What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe City of Santa Monica seeks human services grants program services. Grant agreements will be for four years, with annual funding based on available funds and performance.
Scope of work
- Human Services Grants Program services responding to identified community needs
- Programs serving children, youth, families, older adults, people with disabilities, and people experiencing homelessness
- High-impact safety net programs utilizing best practices and evidence-based models
- Interagency coordination and collaboration to avoid duplication of efforts
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Program Need / Target Population | 4 |
| Program Service Model | 10 |
| Service Accessibility & Language Access | 2 |
| Program Budget | 15 |
| Program Evaluation | 10 |
| Agency Experience & Staffing | 6 |
| Agency Commitment to Equity | 7 |
| Interagency Coordination | 4 |
| Alignment with Guiding Principles | 5 |
| Demonstrated Impact | 12 |
| Data-Driven Decision Making & Learning | 10 |
| Fiscal & Administrative Capacity | 15 |
Minimum qualifications
- Tax exempt nonprofit organization under IRS Section 501(c)(3) and California Section 23701(d), or a hospital
- Registered with the office of the Attorney General of the State of California Department of Justice with current registration status
- Governed by an active Board of Directors
- Demonstrated experience administering human services programs
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal Cover Page and Authorization Signature
- Program Plan
- Program Budget, Demographics, and Performance Workbook
- IRS 501(c)3 Determination Letter
- Proof of Good Standing
- Board Roster
- Agency Organizational Chart
- Job Descriptions for Proposed Program Staff
- Equity Policies and Procedures
- Audited Financial Statements
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via OpenGov online portal
- Instructions
- Proposals and questions must be submitted online via OpenGov. One question per submittal is allowed, and a complete application with all required attachments must be completed for each program.