Funding Description
The Federal Liaison Officer (FLO) represents the interests of the California Department of Education (CDE) and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction (SSPI) in Washington D.C. The FLO works independently, but under the direction of CDE leadership staff and is responsible for providing analysis and support to the CDE and the SSPI on issues directly affecting public education, advocating on behalf of the CDE and the SSPI with Congress to establish or change education policy and funding.
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants |
Other organizations or agencies
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| Required Eligibility Criteria |
An Intent to Submit a Proposal must be provided by email or mail no later than Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 5:00 pm PDT.
Sole proprietorships, public or private agencies, unincorporated agencies or associations may submit proposals for this request for proposals (RFP). |
| Other Eligibility Considerations |
The bidder must be legally constituted and qualified to do business within the State of California. If required by law, any business entity required to be registered with the California Secretary of State must submit a current Certificate of Good Standing issued by the California Secretary of State. Bidders must have a minimum of seven years (within the last ten years) of recent full-time experience in:
Establishing good working relationships with Members of Congress and their staffs on a bipartisan basis, Committee staffs in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives on a bipartisan basis, and Federal agencies.
Drafting, monitoring, and amending legislation and/or regulations.
Thorough knowledge of the Congressional legislative, budgeting, and appropriations processes.
Experience in coalition building and participation at the federal/national level.
Thorough knowledge of education and nutrition law and policy.
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| Eligible Grade Level(s) |
Not applicable
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| Eligible Age Level(s) |
Not applicable
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Funding
| Legal Authority |
Unavailable |
| Source / Type |
State, Federal, Contract / Contract
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| State Fiscal Year |
2026-27
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| SACS Resource / Revenue Codes |
5810 / 8290
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| Total Available |
Unavailable
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| Recipient Amount |
To be determined, based on bid.
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| Match Requirement |
No
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| Allocation Formula |
Recipient will bill CDE monthly services provided, based on contract agreements.
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Important Dates
| Date Application Available |
April 1, 2026
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| Due Date |
June 22, 2026
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| Expected Notification Date |
September 4, 2026
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Additional Information
Contacts
Last Modified:
April 1, 2026
