Notice of Funding Opportunity for Non-Profit Agencies - CDBG Funds

The City of Turlock is issuing solicitation 2027-NOFO-019 to award Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to non-profit agencies for the 2027-2028 fiscal year. The program seeks organizations to administer public service activities, specifically focusing on employment training and job skills mentoring, senior, youth, and handicapped services, and housing resource services. Eligible projects must meet national objectives by benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, aiding in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight, or addressing urgent community development needs. The period of performance runs from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, with the first draw request permitted after October 1, 2027, and the final draw due by June 15, 2028. Applicants must submit electronic proposals via the OpenGov Procurement Portal by December 10, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Submissions must include a comprehensive set of exhibits, including Board of Directors information, certifications, fee schedules, a W-9, and a SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier. Evaluation is conducted by the CDBG Grant Selection Committee based on criteria such as alignment with the Consolidated Plan, agency capacity, financial sustainability, and community collaboration, with final approval granted by the city council. Awardees must comply with strict federal and state regulations, including 24 CFR Part 570, OMB Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200), the Davis-Bacon Act, and various civil rights and non-discrimination mandates.