Federal Liaison Officer

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
Required Eligibility Criteria	An Intent to Submit a Proposal must be provided by email or mail no later than Wednesday, May 13, 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.
Eligible Grade Level(s)	Not applicable
Eligible Age Level(s)	Not applicable

Funding

Legal Authority	Unavailable
Source / Type	State, Federal, Contract / Contract
State Fiscal Year	2026-27
SACS Resource / Revenue Codes	5810 / 8290
Total Available	Unavailable
Recipient Amount	To be determined, based on bid.
Match Requirement	No
Allocation Formula	Recipient will bill CDE monthly services provided, based on contract agreements.

Important Dates

Date Application Available	April 1, 2026
Due Date	June 17, 2026
Expected Notification Date	September 15, 2026

Additional Information

Application	Request for Proposals - Federal Liaison Officer [http://www.cde.ca.gov/fg/fo/r7/flo26rfp.asp]
Background	Unavailable
Fiscal	Unavailable
Other	Unavailable

Contacts

Program	Natasha Middleton, nmiddleton@cde.ca.gov
Fiscal	Government Affairs Division, 916-319-0821, gad@cde.ca.gov
Division	Government Affairs Division, 916-319-0821