REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ)
FOR CONSULTANT
INTRODUCTION
CACFP Roundtable was formed in 1977 and is a nonprofit organization that works alongside the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) community to educate, advocate, and support the field. In all of the work we do at CACFP Roundtable, we see it as our duty to help facilitate dialogue, promote innovation, and create space for collaboration. Our mission is to foster a community of leaders who work together to support equitable access to the Child and Adult Care Food Program and nutritious meals in care settings.Â
CACFP Roundtable is remotely based in California and works with the entirety of the CACFP community across the nation, from state agencies, sponsors, adult and child care centers, to home-based child care providers. With funding from First 5 LA, we are launching a one-year project that seeks to build an engaged community of home-based child care providers who have a safe and proactive space to: discuss nutrition, health, and wellness; learn new skills related to successfully operating the CACFP in their child care settings; and advocate for local and statewide system change improvements to the CACFP.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, & SKILLS
CACFP Roundtable is seeking a qualified consultant to support the activities under this grant for the following reasons:
To expand service reach with home-based child care providers, specifically across Los Angeles County;
To organize, manage, and conduct grant activities;
To ensure grant deliverables are completed;
To support communications efforts; and
To diversify the backgrounds, experiences, and expertise of our team.
A wide variety of professional experiences could demonstrate a consultant’s ability to achieve the above needs. We encourage applications from individuals who are eager to learn, self-driven and autonomous, quick to synthesize information, and enjoy working in collaboration with others.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
We invite you to share your qualifications if you are interested in working with us. Completing this request for qualifications does not guarantee a contract. All contracts are subject to selection and negotiation at the discretion of CACFP Roundtable.
To be considered as a consultant with CACFP Roundtable, please submit the following:
Letter of interest. Use the following prompt, as useful:
Why are you applying for this RFQ?
Reflect upon your skills and/or experiences and how they will help you conduct the grant activities.Â
What connects you to this work?
A current resume or CV.
Proposed hourly rate and weekly/monthly availability (days, times, etc.)
Reference list (minimum 3) or up to 3 recent clients/contracts. Contact information to be available upon request.
Sole Proprietorship Business Name, if applicable.
Federal Taxpayer Identification Number, if applicable.
This RFQ is open until filled. All interested parties must submit documents to CACFP Roundtable by email: elyse@cacfproundtable.org.