Human Services Grants Program Service

The City of Santa Monica invites competitive proposals from eligible USA nonprofit organizations through the Human Services Grants Program to deliver human services that respond to clearly identified community needs. The requested scope requires vendors to execute performance both onsite and offsite using best practices and evidence-based approaches to address specified community needs. Questions must be submitted online through the vendor portal by October 19, 2026, with a limit of one question per submittal. Bidders must submit completed proposals digitally via email or online by December 14, 2026, at 5:00 pm. An evaluation committee composed of city staff and potential outside consultants will evaluate proposals based on established evaluation factors, awarding the contract to the best-qualified proposer regardless of cost or point totals. The buyer will execute grant agreements for a four-year term, subject to annual funding availability, satisfactory outcomes, performance, and City Council approval. The text states that the buyer is looking for proposals regarding the budget, and applicants must complete the program budget workbook, which includes a thirty percent cash match requirement.