DCYF 2027 Our415 Request for Proposals

The 2027 Our415 RFP includes up to $400,000 in funding per year for up to 3 contracts. Contracts will start on July 1, 2027 and run through June 30, 2029. Awards depend on funds being available.

Our415 is a DCYF-led initiative that helps children, youth, young adults and families find City-supported programs, services and events. This RFP will support ongoing improvements to Our415.org and the accuracy of the information available through the website.

Service areas

This RFP includes 2 Service Areas.

Organizations may apply for one or both Service Areas if they meet the minimum qualifications in the RFP. They must submit a separate proposal for each Service Area.

Service Area 1: Web Design & Development

This Service Area supports ongoing development, maintenance and improvement of Our415.org. Work includes improving search and navigation, accessibility, language access, user experience and connections to the City's data systems.

Funding: Up to $200,000 per year

Number of contracts: 1

Service Area 2: Data Verification

This Service Area supports keeping information about programs, services and events accurate and up-to-date. Work includes verifying information with service providers and City departments, updating records, improving data quality and developing efficient verification processes.

Funding: Up to $200,000 per year

Number of contracts: Up to 2

See the full RFP for complete minimum qualifications, scope of work and proposal requirements for each Service Area.

Dates may be subject to change.

• RFP issued
  Monday October 26, 2026
• Question submission period
  Monday October 26, 2026 to Friday November 6, 2026
• Deadline to submit questions
  Friday November 6, 2026 at 5 pm
• Answers to questions posted
  Monday November 16, 2026 by 5 pm
• Intent to Apply due
  Monday November 23, 2026 at 5 pm
• Verification emails sent
  Monday December 7, 2026
• Intent to Apply protest period
  Monday December 7, 2026 to Thursday December 10, 2026
• Deadline to submit Intent to Apply protests
  Thursday December 10, 2026 at 5 pm
• Intent to Apply protest decisions posted
  Monday December 21, 2026
• Additional emails sent (if needed)
  Monday December 21, 2026
• RFP system accepts proposals
  Monday December 21, 2026 to Friday January 15, 2027
• Written proposal, budget and proposed changes to City's contract terms due
  Friday January 15, 2027 at 5 pm
• Notice of Intent to Award
  Monday February 22, 2027
• Notice of Intent to Award protest period
  Monday February 22, 2027 to Thursday February 25, 2027
• Deadline to submit Notice of Intent to Award protests
  Thursday February 25, 2027 at 5 pm

1. Enter your name and email address to download the RFP document.
2. Submit RFP questions to RFP@dcyf.org by Friday November 6, 2026 at 5PM. DCYF staff will only respond to questions submitted during the official question period.
3. Review the Questions & Answers document when it is posted on this page on Monday November 16, 2026.
4. Submit an Intent to Apply application through DCYF's online RFP system by Monday November 23, 2026 at 5PM. Organizations that meet the minimum qualifications will receive access to submit a Written Proposal and Budget.
5. Submit your Written Proposal, Budget and any proposed changes to the City's contract terms through the online RFP system by Friday January 15, 2027 at 5PM.

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