PUR 27- 004 Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
PUR 27-004
(PROP 47- REDIRECT RETREAT SERVICE PROVIDER)
PROPOSALS WILL BE RECEIVED UNTIL THE HOUR OF 2:00 PM,
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026; ELECTRONICALLY AT
CITY.CLERK@STOCKTONCA.GOV

PUR 27-004
Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider
Proposal Opening September 10, 2026
RFP INFORMATION
Contact Andrew Thai
Email Address stocktonbids@stocktonca.gov
Due Date for Questions and August 25, 2026
Clarifications 2:00 PM PST
Due Date for Response to August 27, 2026
Questions/Clarifications 5:00 PM PST
RFP Submittal city.clerk@stocktonca.gov or
Electronic Mail or on a USB Office of the City Clerk, City Hall
Flash drive 501 W Weber Ave, Building 1, Floor 1,
Stockton, California 95203
RFP Submittal Due Date & Thursday, September 10, 2026
Time 2:00 PM PST
Notification of Intent to Award TBD
Anticipated Date for Council TBD
Approval
* Dates and times may be modified as deemed necessary by the City. Any schedule changes
will be communicated through the City's Bid Flash Platform. Respondents are responsible for
regularly monitoring Bid Flash for any adjustments and updates.
IMPORTANT!!!
The City is not responsible for misdelivered proposals, and the proposer is strictly liable
for its chosen method of delivery. It is the proposer's sole responsibility to make sure
that proposals arrive at the proper location. Any proposal that does not actually arrive in
the City Clerk's Office or email by the RFP due date and time will be rejected as non-
responsive, even if properly addressed or delivered to another City Department.
NOTICE INVITING PROPOSALS
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed proposals are invited by the City of Stockton,
California, for PUR 27-004 Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider in strict
accordance with the specifications.

PUR 27-004
Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider
Proposal Opening September 10, 2026
The City of Stockton, herein after referred to as the "City", is requesting proposals from
businesses or individuals, herein after referred to as "Proponent", to provide Prop 47-
REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider to the City. The City of Stockton's Office of
Violence Prevention (OVP) is soliciting competitive quotes from qualified service
providers to design and facilitate four (4) two-day in-depth leadership retreats for high-
risk youth ages 12-17 participating in the Prop 47 - REDIRECT Program, over a three-
year grant period.
Proposal specifications and forms can be obtained from the City of Stockton's website
at: www.stocktonca.gov/adminbid. Proposals must be marked "PUR 27-004
PROPOSAL SEPTEMBER 10, 2026" and emailed to city.clerk@stocktonca.gov or
delivered (mail or in person) on a USB flash drive to the Office of the City Clerk, City
Hall, 501 W Weber Ave, Building 1, Floor 1, Stockton, CA 95203, up to but not later
than 2:00 pm (PST) on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Proponents will only be
identified as responding to the RFP; no proposals will be opened or read aloud. Each
Proponent must be licensed in accordance with applicable California State Law.
MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSALS
A Proposer may modify or withdraw its Proposal by written notice received by the City
prior to the Proposal submission deadline. After the Proposal submission deadline, a
Proposal may not be modified except as permitted by the City pursuant to the
solicitation; however, a Proposer may withdraw its Proposal by written notice at any
time prior to award. Withdrawal is effective upon receipt of written notice by the City's
designated Procurement representative
The City reserves the right to reject any/or all proposals received and re-advertise.
Information on Proposal Process/Clarification/Technical Data
Andrew Thai, Procurement Division
(209) 937-8357
e-mail: stocktonbids@stocktonca.gov
DISCLAIMER: The City does not assume any liability or responsibility for
errors/omissions in any document transmitted electronically.
Dated: August 20, 2026
KATHERINE ROLAND, CMC, CPMC, CITY CLERK
CITY OF STOCKTON

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Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider
Proposal Opening September 10, 2026
Table of Contents
1.0 ISSUING BODY .......................................................................................................... 1
2.0 BACKGROUND/SUMMARY ....................................................................................... 1
3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES ............................................................................................... 1
4.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS ......................................................................... 2
5.0 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. 3
5.1 PROPOSAL GUIDELINES, CONTENT, AND FORMAT ............................................. 3
6.0 SELECTION CRITERIA & EVALUATION ................................................................... 4
7.0 CITY REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................... 7
7.1 CITY RESPONSIBILITIES ........................................................................................... 7
7.2 LOCAL BUSINESS PREFERENCE ............................................................................ 7
7.3 LOCAL EMPLOYMENT-PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTORS (NOT APPLICABLE) 7
7.4 MANDATORY/OPTIONAL PRE-SUBMITTAL MEETING ........................................... 7
7.5 TERM .......................................................................................................................... 7
7.6 OTHER GOVERNMENT AGENCIES .......................................................................... 7
7.7 INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................. 8
7.8 APPLICABLE LAW ..................................................................................................... 8
7.9 METHOD OF PAYMENT ............................................................................................. 9
7.10 NOTICE TO OUT OF STATE BUSINESS ................................................................... 9
7.11 CONFIDENTIALITY ..................................................................................................... 9
7.12 PROTEST POLICY ...................................................................................................... 9
8.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS, TERMS & CONDITIONS ...........................................11
8.1 CONSEQUENCE OF PROPOSAL SUBMISSION ......................................................11
8.2 ACCEPTANCE OR REJECTION OF PROPOSAL .....................................................11
8.3 RIGHT TO CHANGE OR AMEND REQUEST ............................................................11
8.4 CANCELLATION........................................................................................................12
8.5 EXAMINATION OF PROPOSAL MATERIALS ..........................................................12
8.6 ADDENDA AND INTERPRETATION .........................................................................12
8.7 DISQUALIFICATION ..................................................................................................12
8.8 CONDITIONS IF WORK IS SUBCONTRACTED........................................................13
8.9 LICENSING REQUIREMENTS ...................................................................................13
8.10 PREVAILING WAGE (NOT APPLICABLE) ................................................................13
8.11 INDEMNITY AND HOLD HARMLESS ........................................................................14
8.12 COMPETITIVE PRICING ............................................................................................14

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8.13 AVAILABLE FUNDING ..............................................................................................14
8.14 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE ........................................................................15
8.15 AUDITING CHARGES AND SERVICES ....................................................................15
8.16 CHANGES ..................................................................................................................15
8.17 AWARD ......................................................................................................................15
9.0 PROJECT SUBMITTAL CHECKLIST ................................................................................16
10.0 REQUIRED PROPOSAL DOCUMENTS...........................................................................17
ATTACHMENT A - PROPONENT CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................17
ATTACHMENT B- PROPONENT'S COVENANT .................................................................18
ATTACHMENT C - NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT ..............................................................19
ATTACHMENT D - AGENCY REFERENCE FORM .............................................................21
ATTACHMENT E - CERTIFICATION OF FINANCIAL CONDITION ....................................22
ATTACHMENT F - PRICE PROPOSAL ...............................................................................23
ATTACHMENT G - SUBCONTRACTOR LIST .....................................................................24
ATTACHMENT H - EXCEPTIONS ........................................................................................25
ATTACHMENT I - CERTIFICATE OF NONDISCRIMINATION .............................................26
ATTACHMENT J - CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURE - AB334 ...............................27
ATTACHMENT K - COMPLIANCE WITH ECONOMIC SANCTIONS ...................................28
11.0 PROPOSAL EXHIBITS ..............................................................................................29
11.1 EXHIBIT 1 - ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS AND/OR MAP ...................................29
11.2 EXHIBIT 2 - INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ............................................................30
11.3 EXHIBIT 3 - SAMPLE CONTRACT ...........................................................................31

PUR 27-004
Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider
Proposal Opening September 10, 2026
1.0 ISSUING BODY
This Request for Proposal ("RFP") is being issued by the City of Stockton, Office of
Violence Prevention for the Prop 47- REDIRECT Retreat Service Provider
2.0 BACKGROUND/SUMMARY
In June 2025, the City of Stockon's Office of Violence Prevention (OVP applied for
Proposition 47 funding through the Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC).
On September 11, 2025, the City was awarded $8 Million for a 45-month grant term.
With these funds, OVP and it's county and community partners will launch the
Restorative Engagement and Diversion through Incarceration Reduction , Care &
Treatment (REDIRECT) Project. Focused on youth and adults ages 12-35 with
Proposition 47-eligible offenses, REDIRECT recognizes substance use and criminal
behavior as symptoms of deeper issues: unaddressed trauma, instability, and systemic
neglect. Led by Stockton's Office of Violence Prevention and Friends Outside, this
public health-centered, equity-driven initiative provides wraparound support, including
trauma-informed care, behavioral health treatment, peer mentorship, housing,
employment pathways, and restorative justice. REDIRECT meets people where they
are and walks with them toward healing and stability, serving 650 participants over 36
months to reduce recidivism, increase sobriety, and rebuild trust through opportunity,
resilience, and strong community ties. Services requested for this proposal will serve
Youth (12- 17) with mild to moderate needs under the Youth track in care of OVP and
will be coordinated during the three-year grant period from October 2025- June 30th,
2029.
3.0 SCOPE OF SERVICES
Provide an in-depth nature-based leadership summit/retreat to high-risk groups in
coordination with other lead stakeholders. Provide general guidance on topics such as
self-acceptance, happiness, self-regulation, boundary-setting, and trust-building skills.
Assist in developing and analyzing surveys to determine whether groups participating in
the summit/retreat benefit from the training provided. Provide prompt, effective
responses to OVP staff requests for information or analysis. Help secure meeting
spaces, facilities, and accommodation, as needed, when training is not on City property
or online.
Meet Insurance requirements and maintain for the duration of the contract. - this will be
your Proposed Scope of Services
3.1 Deliverables
1. Provide leadership nature summits/retreats, up to four times, for high-risk groups
between the ages of 12 to 17. The program should encompass the following topics/
activities
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2. Deliver immersive, trauma-informed, outdoor experiential learning that promotes
leadership development, emotional resilience, team building, and personal growth.
3. Services shall include curriculum design, facilitation, safety planning, staffing,
materials, and post-retreat documentation.
4. Provide culturally responsive, developmentally appropriate retreats that aligned with
the program's goals for youth empowerment and positive behavioral outcomes for
justice-involved youth and young adults participating in Prop 47 - REDIRECT Program
3.2 Acceptance/Completion Criteria
The Proponent shall coordinate the two-day summit and provide an outline of all
activities for the summit/retreat.
The Proponent shall complete a thorough post-session information assessment, gather
and document detailed insights after each session, and share the data with OVP.
Proponent shall maintain fiscal and project books, records, documents, and other
evidence pertinent to the work on the project in accordance with the generally accepted
accounting principles.
Proponent shall email an electronic copy of each deliverable to
Lora.Larson@stocktonca.gov. Contractor shall make hard copies of each deliverable
available to the City upon request. Below is the Milestone chart:
Milestone/ Target Date Payable Amount %Completion of
Deliverable Project
Retreat 1 December 2026 Actual Cost 25%
Reimbursement
Retreat 2 October 2027 Actual Cost 50%
Reimbursement
Retreat 3 July 2028 Actual Cost 75%
Reimbursement
Retreat 4 March 2029 Actual Cost 100%
Reimbursement
See Exhibit 1 for technical, performance, and/or functional specifications.
4.0 PROJECT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
The dates indicated within this RFP are the anticipated milestones for this project. All
dates are subject to change at the City's discretion. All changes to this schedule will be
posted on the City's Bid Flash platform.
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5.0 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
5.1 PROPOSAL GUIDELINES, CONTENT, AND FORMAT
The City of Stockton uses a qualifications-based selection process in obtaining these
services. In order for the City to properly evaluate the Proponents' qualifications to
perform this work, the proposals shall include, as a minimum, the following information:
A. Evidence of the Proponent's ability to be responsive to this project in regard to
timeliness and expertise, including the availability of staff proposed to be assigned.
B. The Proponents are encouraged to expand on the Scope of Work to demonstrate
their expertise. Evaluation of the proposals will be based on qualifications, the
experience of staff proposed to be assigned to the project, references, and the
thoroughness of the Proponent's response to the Scope of Services.
C. Such additional information that the Proponent may feel would be pertinent to
assist the City of Stockton in making its final decision.
D. Please submit an electronic version of the proposal and cost proposal to
city.clerk@stocktonca.gov, or it can be hand-delivered or mailed (USB flash drive
required) to the City Clerk's Office, 501 W Weber Ave, Building 1, Floor 1,
Stockton, CA 95202.
1. The required proposal documents are to be submitted:
i. Cover Letter and Executive Summary
ii. Full response to the Scope of Services as defined in this solicitation
iii. Attachment A - Proponent Contact Information
iv. Attachment B - Proponent Covenant
v. Attachment C - Non-Collusion Affidavit (Notary is required)
vi. Attachment D - Agency Reference List
vii. Attachment E - Certification of Financial Condition
viii. Attachment G - Subcontractor List
ix. Attachment H - Exception Form
x. Attachment I - Nondiscrimination Form
xi. Attachment J - Conflict of Interest Disclosure - AB334 Form
xii. All Addenda's signed by vendor (if applicable)
2. The required cost proposal documents are to be submitted:
i. Cover Letter
ii. Attachment F - Price Proposal
E. Material and data not specifically requested for consideration, but which the
Proponent wishes to submit, must not appear with the Proposal but may appear
only in an "Additional Data" section. This specifically refers to the following types
of data: Generalized narrative of supplementary information and Supplementary
graphic material.
F. All proposals must be signed with the full name of the Proponent, if an individual;
by an authorized general partner, if a partnership; or by an authorized officer, if a
corporation.
G. When proposals are signed by an agent other than an officer of a corporation or a
member of a general partnership, the power of attorney authorizing the signature
must be submitted with the proposal.
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H. The original proposal shall be signed. Modification to a proposal after the
proposal submittal deadline will not be accepted by the City.
6.0 SELECTION CRITERIA & EVALUATION
The City is interested in selecting a qualified proposer(s) capable of providing the scope
of work described in this solicitation and the resulting awarded contract. A key component
of a successful proponent will be the ability to meet the City's performance goals while
minimizing costs.
The Evaluation Panel will consist of the City of Stockton staff. Following review of the
proposals, the Panel may invite one or more Proponents to make an oral presentation.
During these presentations, the Proponent may present such information as appropriate,
so that the Panel can effectively and objectively analyze all materials and documentation
submitted with the proposals.
Each proponent must be represented by an individual who will serve as the prime contact
to the City and to any other individuals the firm may select. The highest-rated proposal(s)
will then be further reviewed through financial analysis and reference checks.
Proposals shall be evaluated according to demonstrated understanding of required tasks,
technical approach to specified operations, qualifications of staff, the company's
experience, demonstrated knowledge of best practices for the identified scope, financial
business strength, and fee schedule proposal. Proper format and demonstrated
experience will merit consideration.
To that end, each proposal will be evaluated based on, but not limited to, the following
criteria, listed in relative order of importance:
A. Qualifications
B. Professional Experience
C. Industry Expertise
D. References/Industry Reputation
E. Quality and Clarity of Proposal
F. Proponent's Price Proposal - Completed and Signed Under Separate Cover
F. Interview/Presentation, if applicable
Qualifications/ Professional 30%
Experience
Quality and feasibility of the service 20%
delivery plan
Capacity to meet monthly service 15%
requirements
Alignment with trauma-informed and 10%
youth-centered practices
Price 25%
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Proponents may elect to submit proposals that include multiple organizations
(subcontractors). If it includes multiple subcontractors, background information for each
subcontractor must be provided, along with a clear description of their scope(s) of work.
COVER LETTER:
Submit a letter on your company letterhead that addresses the proposal and its format.
The letter should be signed by an officer of the business authorized to bind the business
to all comments made in the proposal, and shall include the name, address, phone
number, and e-mail address of the person(s) who will be authorized to represent your
business.
In no more than three (3) pages, the Cover Letter and Executive Summary shall include:
1. The names of the key members of the Proponent team.
2. The mailing address, telephone number, and the name of the main point of
contact for the Proponent team.
3. A summary of the company's experience and qualifications, as it relates to
the Scope of Service of this solicitation and the significant advantages to
selecting the Proponent.
4. An acknowledgement of receiving any addendum(s) to the solicitation
document.
5. Indicate that the proposal and all its contents, including the fee proposal, are
valid for a period of 120 days.
6.1 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Describe how your company is organized, noting major divisions and any
parent/holding companies, as well as a brief history of the company and all
personnel potentially to be involved in the project, including all sub-
consultants. Designate the Principal in Charge and other key personnel.
Include resumes. Also, provide a description of your company's experience
with similar processes.
2. Provide a list of references with the current contact person, e-mail address,
and phone number who may be contacted regarding company performance.
Use Attachment D for references.
The review team will conduct a background reference review of each
respondent. Please include the following information for three (3) projects that
the proposed consultant team worked on together:
A. Name of the Agency or Firm
B. Location of the Service
C. Name, title, and contact information for the client.
D. Description of Services
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