When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 23, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by County of San Diego. The work is located in San Diego, California, United States.

Grant Administration Support Services for Arts & Culture Opportunities (Due November 3, 2026)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

San Diego, California, United StatesPosted: October 19, 2026Deadline: November 3, 2026

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SUMMARY

The County of San Diego is seeking a qualified contractor to develop, administer, and support two new arts and culture grant programs, including an online application portal, applicant outreach, and a weighted random draw selection process.

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BUDGET

Estimate

$150,000 – $500,000

CONTRACT DURATION

66 months

TIMELINE

Questions due: October 23rd, 2026

Quotes due: November 3rd, 2026

Initial contract term: 1.5 years

Option periods: Four 1-year extensions

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 23, 2026

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Issuing Agency

County of San Diego

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DESCRIPTION

The County of San Diego is launching two new arts and culture grant programs: the Artist Grant program and the Public Space Activation Grant program. The selected contractor will provide technical assistance, develop and manage an online application portal, conduct outreach to artists and organizations, implement an application screening and remediation process, and execute a weighted random draw/lottery for award selection. The contractor will also provide training and handoff materials to County staff for future program cycles. The initial contract term is one and a half (1.5) years, with four (4) one-year option periods.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 23, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $150,000 – $500,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by County of San Diego. The work is located in San Diego, California, United States.

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