A Technology Platform That Engages The Faith Community To Deliver Resources To Vulnerable Populations

The County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services has issued a Request for Information to gather details on technology platforms capable of engaging the faith community to deliver resources to vulnerable populations, including children and families involved with DCFS. The RFI seeks vendors with relevant experience to provide an introduction letter and complete a detailed questionnaire, including supporting documentation, by October 2, 2025. The project aims to develop a secure, collaborative platform that facilitates resource sharing among faith-based organizations, community groups, and child-serving agencies to improve child safety, permanency, and well-being while reducing costs. The anticipated contract size ranges from $500,000 to $2,000,000, with no set-aside restrictions, and the work will be performed within California. The procurement process is solely informational at this stage, with no binding commitments or contractual obligations resulting from the RFI. The documents specify that responses will be evaluated based on organizational experience, security practices, compliance measures, and technical capabilities, including self-assessed maturity ratings in areas such as data security, incident response, and third-party management. Vendors must demonstrate adherence to security standards like encryption protocols, vulnerability management, and incident response plans, and must maintain active cyber liability insurance and recent SOC 2 Type II audits. The RFI emphasizes confidentiality of responses, requiring specific markings for trade secrets, and reserves the right for the County to amend or cancel the process at its discretion. Submission must be made electronically in searchable PDF format, including an introduction letter and completed questionnaire with labeled supporting attachments, by the specified deadline. The process is intended to inform future solicitations, with detailed evaluation criteria and contractual terms to be established later.