Alameda County Behavioral Health Department - Juvenile Facilities Medical Services RFP 26-04 (2026)
Alameda CountyCounty · Alameda County, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 46 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Alameda County Behavioral Health Department is seeking proposals to provide comprehensive medical care services, substance use treatment including medication assisted treatment (MAT), dental care, and health screenings for justice-involved youth at the Alameda County Juvenile Facilities, including Juvenile Hall in San Leandro and Camp Wilmont Sweeney. The allocated budget is $8,815,323 per contract year. The solicitation requires 24/7 on-site medical staffing, health appraisals within 96 hours of admission, nursing intake assessments, communicable disease screening, and coordination of off-site specialty and emergency care. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on December 1, 2026, via County of Alameda OpenGov. Bidders' conferences are scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2026.
Number of health screenings (fitness for detention), Number of history and physical visits, Number of health appraisals, Number of youth/TAY screened using PHQ-9, Number of forensic exams, Number of visits by visit type, Number of vaccines delivered, Number of youth with chronic conditions, Number of youth treated for communicable disease, Number of youth treated for sexually transmitted infections, Number of youth medically cleared after use of force, Number of youth medically cleared after use of restraints, Number of youth placed under medical observation, Number of youth who received care off-site, Number of youth discharged by medical staff, Number of post discharge referrals
References (5), Understanding of Priority Population (9), Experience with Priority Population (10), Service Delivery to Clients (14), Planned Staffing Structure (10), Capacity and Organizational Infrastructure (9), Forming Partnerships and Collaboration (8), Track Data and Outcomes (8), Implementation Plan and Schedule (10), Cost (9), Budget 2 (9), Cost Co-Efficient (2)
SUMMARY
Alameda County Behavioral Health Department is seeking proposals to provide comprehensive medical care services, substance use treatment including medication assisted treatment (MAT), dental care, and health screenings for justice-involved youth at the Alameda County Juvenile Facilities, including Juvenile Hall in San Leandro and Camp Wilmont Sweeney.
The allocated budget is $8,815,323 per contract year. The solicitation requires 24/7 on-site medical staffing, health appraisals within 96 hours of admission, nursing intake assessments, communicable disease screening, and coordination of off-site specialty and emergency care. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on December 1, 2026, via County of Alameda OpenGov. Bidders' conferences are scheduled for October 28 and 29, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
16- Number of health screenings (fitness for detention)
- Number of history and physical visits
- Number of health appraisals
- Number of youth/TAY screened using PHQ-9
- Number of forensic exams
- Number of visits by visit type
- Number of vaccines delivered
- Number of youth with chronic conditions
- Number of youth treated for communicable disease
- Number of youth treated for sexually transmitted infections
- Number of youth medically cleared after use of force
- Number of youth medically cleared after use of restraints
- Number of youth placed under medical observation
- Number of youth who received care off-site
- Number of youth discharged by medical staff
- Number of post discharge referrals
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Exhibit A: Bidder Information and Acceptance
- SLEB Partnering Sheet
- OIG Attestation
- Exhibit B: Exceptions
- Clarifications and Amendments
- Single PDF copy of proposal
- Excel copy of completed Budget Worksheet
REQUIRED STAFFING
14- Submit to
- County of Alameda OpenGov
- Scope location
- San Leandro, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alameda County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: County of Alameda OpenGov.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alameda County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Registered Nurse (RN) Manager, Charge RN/Assistant Nurse Manager, RN, Overnight RN, LVN, Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Clinic Manager, Dentist, Discharge Support Specialist, Patient Navigator, Admin Support, Pharmacy Tech, Dental Hygienist. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Number of health screenings (fitness for detention), Number of history and physical visits, Number of health appraisals, Number of youth/TAY screened using PHQ-9, Number of forensic exams, Number of visits by visit type, Number of vaccines delivered, Number of youth with chronic conditions, Number o. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "References (5), Understanding of Priority Population (9), Experience with Priority Population (10), Service Delivery to Clients (14), Planned Staffing Structure (10), Capacity and Organizational Infra..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Exhibit A: Bidder Information and Acceptance, SLEB Partnering Sheet, OIG Attestation, Exhibit B: Exceptions, Clarifications and Amendments, single PDF copy of proposal, Excel copy of completed Budget. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Alameda County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: San Leandro, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.