Summary
The California Arts Council (CAC) requests proposals to develop a new five-year strategic plan (Strategic Planning for Cultural Resilience) to replace its current framework expiring in 2027 and to meet state law (Government Code 11816) and NEA obligations. The work includes stakeholder engagement (interviews, focus groups, workshops), SWOT analysis, a partnership framework, a five-year grants strategy, recommended committee structures, and a final approved strategic plan with performance metrics. The contract is estimated at up to $49,999 with a period of performance approximately June 30, 2026 to April 30, 2027.