Mendocino County Equity Assessment

This Request for Proposal (RFP) announces the intent of the County of Mendocino to contract with one qualified contractor to provide an update to the current County Equity Assessment. The local Cannabis Equity Program Assessment and Final Report shall include, without limitation, all of the following: Executive Summary and Key Findings Cannabis equity program recommendations Reporting of historical equity issues experienced by residents Reporting of barriers to entry within the cannabis business Additional research related to equity, inclusion, and economic development The County is seeking proposals from experienced vendors who will conduct an updated equity assessment of Mendocino County. The current equity assessment recommends an update every 3 years that will monitor and share progress of the current Equity Program, monitor, and share trends in the legal cannabis industry, identify areas for course correction and/or unexpected consequences, and demonstrate an ongoing commitment

to data-informed decision making and strategic planning to ensure Mendocino County’s strong transition for a legal cannabis industry. For more information and details please see the Request for Proposal. Please see addendum #1, posted on April 12, 2024. Vendors must submit four (4) copies of their proposal: three (3) complete paper copies with original Vendor signature, and one (1) complete copy on thumb drive. The proposal must be formatted in accordance with the instructions of this RFP. Promotional materials may be attached but are not necessary and will not be considered as meeting any of the requirements of this RFP. Proposals must be enclosed in a sealed envelope or package, clearly marked “Mendocino County RFP No. 015-24”, and delivered by 2:00 p.m., April 30, 2024, to: Mendocino County Cannabis Department Attn: Steve Dunnicliff 860 N. Bush Street Ukiah, CA 95482 Late proposals or proposals submitted via facsimile, telephone, verbally or electronically will not be accepted. It is the proposer’s responsibility to assure that its proposal is delivered and received at the location specified herein, on or before the date and hour set. Proposals received after the date and time specified will not be considered. Note: The unauthorized use of the County’s official logo is strictly prohibited. Pre-submittal inquiries and correspondence shall be directed to: Procedural and Technical inquires: Sara McBurney Senior Program Manager (707) 234-6680 mcburneys@mendocinocounty.gov