City of St. Louis Department of Health Doula Care Services Program RFP 2026
City of St. LouisCity · St. Louis, MO- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ethan Bradley
The 30-second brief
The City of St. Louis Department of Health is soliciting proposals for the Doula Care Services Program under the Maternal & Child Health / Behavioral Health Project. The objective is to secure doula care for at least 50 clients residing in the City of St. Louis or Promise Zone Areas to improve birth outcomes and reduce socioeconomic disparities. Services include 24/7 on-call birth support, prenatal and postpartum home visits, mental health screenings (EPDS and 5Ps), and closed-loop social service referrals. Respondents must have at least two years of experience and use doulas certified through MO HealthNet-approved organizations. The total funding available is up to $800,000.00 for an initial one-year period with four optional one-year renewals. Proposals are due September 29, 2026, via email to Ethan Bradley and Bobie Williams.
Monthly programmatic updates, Final report, Quarterly data log, EPDS screenings, 5Ps screenings, Action plans for positive screenings, Doula visit logs.
Organizational Description (30 points), Project Team (10 points), Project Implementation Plan (50 points), Budget (10 points).
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Summary
The City of St.
Louis Department of Health is soliciting proposals for the Doula Care Services Program under the Maternal & Child Health / Behavioral Health Project. The objective is to secure doula care for at least 50 clients residing in the City of St. Louis or Promise Zone Areas to improve birth outcomes and reduce socioeconomic disparities. Services include 24/7 on-call birth support, prenatal and postpartum home visits, mental health screenings (EPDS and 5Ps), and closed-loop social service referrals. Respondents must have at least two years of experience and use doulas certified through MO HealthNet-approved organizations. The total funding available is up to $800,000.00 for an initial one-year period with four optional one-year renewals. Proposals are due September 29, 2026, via email to Ethan Bradley and Bobie Williams.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Monthly programmatic updates
- Final report
- Quarterly data log
- EPDS screenings
- 5Ps screenings
- Action plans for positive screenings
- Doula visit logs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Appendix 1 (Applicant Information)
- Appendix 2 (Living Wage Bulletin)
- Appendix 3 (Living Wage Acknowledgment)
- Appendix 4 (Unauthorized Alien Employee Affidavit)
- Appendix 5 (Certificate of Liability Insurance)
- Appendix 6 (Anti-Discrimination Against Israel Act Affidavit)
- Resumés
- Business License
- Proof of Non-Profit Status
REQUIRED STAFFING
Doulas, Project Team staff
- Submit to
- [email protected]; [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- St. Louis, MO
- Reported agency
- City of St. Louis Department of Health
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of St. Louis?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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: [email protected]; [email protected]. For questions, contact Ethan Bradley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of St. Louis in MO, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ethan Bradley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Doulas, Project Team staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Monthly programmatic updates, Final report, Quarterly data log, EPDS screenings, 5Ps screenings, Action plans for positive screenings, Doula visit logs.. 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: "Organizational Description (30 points), Project Team (10 points), Project Implementation Plan (50 points), Budget (10 points)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. Louis?
All active and historical solicitations from City of St. Louis are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of St. Louis regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Appendix 1 (Applicant Information), Appendix 2 (Living Wage Bulletin), Appendix 3 (Living Wage Acknowledgment), Appendix 4 (Unauthorized Alien Employee Affidavit), Appendix 5 (Certificate of Liability. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of St. Louis for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. Louis, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.