DBI Request for Proposals

The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection (DBI) is inviting qualified organizations to apply for grant opportunities that support housing safety, tenant outreach and code compliance.

Department of Building Inspection

Below you'll find the Request for Proposals (RFP) packages for our grant programs. Each program includes the supporting documents you need to prepare and submit your proposal.

Documents

Code Enforcement Outreach Grant Program

Main Documents

Request for Proposal

Outlines the full scope, background and instructions for submitting a proposal.
Proposal deadline: March 23, 2026.

Agreement Terms

Sample contract terms that will govern the awarded agreement.

Forms and Templates

Definition of Eligible Expenses

Lists the types of costs that can be paid for with grant funds.

Budget Template

Spreadsheet to outline your proposed program budget and how funds will be used.

Invoice Submittal

Form to request payment and report expenses during the grant period.

Disclosure of Grantee's Interest in Other City Contracts

Form to disclose any existing or pending contracts your organization has with the City.

Disclosure of Subgrantees

Form to identify any partner organizations or subcontractors that will receive grant funds.

Family and Children Single-Room Occupancy Grant Program

Main Documents

Request for Proposal

Outlines the full scope, background and instructions for submitting a proposal.
Proposal deadline: March 23, 2026.

Agreement Terms

Sample contract terms that will govern the awarded agreement.

Forms and Templates

Definition of Eligible Expenses

Lists the types of costs that can be paid for with grant funds.

Budget Template

Spreadsheet to outline your proposed program budget and how funds will be used.

Invoice Submittal

Form to request payment and report expenses during the grant period.

Disclosure of Grantee's Interest in Other City Contracts

Form to disclose any existing or pending contracts your organization has with the City.

Disclosure of Subgrantees

Form to identify any partner organizations or subcontractors that will receive grant funds.

Single-Room Occupancy Grant Program

Main Documents

Request for Proposal

Outlines the full scope, background and instructions for submitting a proposal.
Proposal deadline: March 23, 2026.

Agreement Terms

Sample contract terms that will govern the awarded agreement.

Forms and Templates

Definition of Eligible Expenses

Lists the types of costs that can be paid for with grant funds.

Budget Template

Spreadsheet to outline your proposed program budget and how funds will be used.

Invoice Submittal

Form to request payment and report expenses during the grant period.

Disclosure of Grantee's Interest in Other City Contracts

Form to disclose any existing or pending contracts your organization has with the City.

Disclosure of Subgrantees

Form to identify any partner organizations or subcontractors that will receive grant funds.