Request for Proposals (RFP) #237

Workforce Development Division (WDD); Community Economic Development Division (CED); Business Development Division; and Impact, Policy, and Communications Division (IPC)

Office of Economic and Workforce Development

The Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) is issuing Request for Proposals (RFP) 237 to identify qualified organizations and businesses to deliver economic and workforce development programs that support San Francisco residents, businesses, commercial corridors, and communities.

Through this solicitation, OEWD is seeking proposals across multiple Program Areas administered through the Workforce Development Division; Community Economic Development Division; Business Development Division; and Impact, Policy, and Communications Division. The Program Areas include services and initiatives related to workforce development, small business and entrepreneurship support, commercial corridor economic vitality and activation, arts and cultural economic development, entertainment zones, and organizational leadership and development.

Programs funded through RFP 237 may be administered as grant agreements or professional services contracts, depending on the specific Program Area. Applicants should review the requirements, eligibility criteria, funding levels, and agreement type identified for each Program Area before applying.

Program Areas

The following OEWD Divisions seek services under this RFP:

Workforce Development Division

Area A: Sector Workforce Registered Apprenticeship Coordinator
Area B: Industries of Opportunity – Transportation and Logistics
Area C: Industries of Opportunity – Maintenance and Repair

Community Economic Development

Area D: Mission Street Plazas Economic Vitality
Area E: Customer Attraction Events
Area F: Neighborhood Commercial Corridor Economic Vitality
Area G: Bayview Third Street Cultural Economy Entrepreneur Fellowships
Area H: Ocean Avenue Lunar New Year Celebration

Business Development Division

Area I: Entertainment Zones Technical Assistance and Event Design Support

Impact, Policy, and Communications Division

Area J: Inclusive Leadership and Organizational Change Training

The total amount of funding anticipated for initial awards under this solicitation is approximately $6,836,500 across all Program Areas. Individual award amounts vary by Program Area and are detailed in the RFP document.

Initial agreements are anticipated to begin January 1, 2027, or later, unless otherwise specified within a Program Area. Agreements may be awarded as grants or professional services contracts and may include renewal options, subject to performance, funding availability, and OEWD approval.

Key Dates

The anticipated schedule for this RFP is outlined below. Check this website frequently for updates as the schedule is subject to change.

RFP issued by the City: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Technical Assistance Conference (attendance optional): Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 2:00 PM PDT
Deadline for submission of written questions*: Tuesday, November 3, 2026, by 5:00 PM PST
Answers to written questions* posted online: Friday, November 6, 2026
Proposals due: Friday, November 13, 2026, 12:00 PM PST
Grantee selection and award notification: Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Protest period ends: Five (5) business days following award notification
Project begins: January 1, 2027, or later

Written Questions

The deadline to submit substantive questions about this RFP is Tuesday, November 3, 2026, by 5:00 PM PST.

Substantive questions submitted should seek to clarify expectations about the RFP or administrative processes. However, technical questions may be submitted at any time up until the submission deadline.

To ensure full transparency and allow all applicants to benefit from Departmental guidance, questions must be submitted in writing. Responses to all questions received by the deadline will be available for download in the Documents and Resources section below.

Both substantive and technical questions should be submitted to OEWD’s Procurement team at oewd.procurement@sfgov.org.

Apply

To respond to this RFP, complete all required and relevant information using the online application form.

Documents

Documents and Resources

All documents and resources relevant to this RFP are included and updated in this section. Check back often for updates. If you would like to request any of the documents in an alternative format, email oewd.procurement@sfgov.org. The email address is monitored between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays.

OEWD RFP 237

Attachment A – Proposal Questions (RFP 237)

For reference only. This document contains the questions found in the online application form.

Attachment B – Budget Template (RFP 237)

Required. This is the standard budget template that must be uploaded with the online submission.

Attachment C – City's Grant Agreement Terms (RFP 237)

For reference only. This document provides standard City language that will be included in the resulting contracts awarded through this RFP.

Attachment D – City's Contract Terms (RFP 237)

For reference only. This document provides standard City language that will be included in the resulting contracts awarded through this RFP.

Attachment E – Supplier Registration Instructions (RFP 237)

For reference only. This document explains how to register as a Supplier with the City.

Attachment F – HCAO and MCO Declaration Forms (RFP 237)

For reference only. Suppliers are required to file these declarations for the Health Care Accountability Ordinance (HCAO) and Minimum Compensation Ordinance (MCO) when applicable.

Attachment G – First Source Hiring Form (RFP 237)

For reference only. This contains additional information on the First Source Hiring Program and the link for where to submit online when applicable.

Attachment H – WCAG Attestation Form (RFP 237)

For reference only. This form allows vendors to certify that any applicable public-facing technology complies with, or is actively being brought into compliance with, federal digital accessibility requirements and City accessibility standards.

Attachment I – Grantmaking Guide (RFP 237)

For reference only. This guide provides an overview of the City and County of San Francisco’s grantmaking process, including proposal preparation, evaluation and award procedures, grant agreement execution, and common City grant requirements.

Updates

Updates and changes to this website will be listed in this section.

Technical Assistance

OEWD will host an optional online Technical Assistance Conference via Zoom on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM PDT to assist applicants in determining the eligibility of proposed projects, completing the proposal package, and navigating City requirements.

Register Here: Click Here

Manual link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85830656275

Meeting ID: 858 3065 6275

A recording of the Technical Assistance Conference will be made available here.

Questions: Contact oewd.procurement@sfgov.org