County of Alameda - Behavioral Health Consulting Services - RFP 26-09 (2026)
Alameda CountyCounty · Oakland, CA- Due
- Dec 8, 2026
- 41 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
Alameda County Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD) seeks proposals from qualified contractors to oversee professional consulting, technical assistance, and administrative services in support of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) and other behavioral health initiatives. Services include fiscal agency or program sponsor functions, compliance strategies, technical assistance for county-operated and contracted systems, cross-departmental stakeholder engagement, program performance data analysis, and long-term sustainability support. The estimated total contract allocation is $3,145,668 ($1,048,556 per contract year) for a three-year contract with an option to extend for another two years. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on December 8, 2026, submitted electronically via County of Alameda OpenGov. Bidders' conferences are scheduled for November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical experience, proposed services, deliverables and reports, and cost.
Description of Relevant Experience (25), Description of Proposed Services (30), Deliverables and Reports (15), Cost (10), Budget Narrative (10), SLEB Preference Points (5), Local Preference Points (5)
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Summary
Alameda County Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD) seeks proposals from qualified contractors to oversee professional consulting, technical assistance, and administrative services in support of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) and other behavioral health initiatives.
Services include fiscal agency or program sponsor functions, compliance strategies, technical assistance for county-operated and contracted systems, cross-departmental stakeholder engagement, program performance data analysis, and long-term sustainability support. The estimated total contract allocation is $3,145,668 ($1,048,556 per contract year) for a three-year contract with an option to extend for another two years. Proposals are due by 2:00 pm on December 8, 2026, submitted electronically via County of Alameda OpenGov. Bidders' conferences are scheduled for November 4, 2026 and November 5, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical experience, proposed services, deliverables and reports, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Response Packet
- Exhibit A: Bidder Information and Acceptance
- SLEB Partnering Sheet
- Exhibit B: Exceptions
- Clarifications and Amendments
- Submit to
- https://inventives.com
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Oakland, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Alameda
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 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://inventives.com.
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.
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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: "Description of Relevant Experience (25), Description of Proposed Services (30), Deliverables and Reports (15), Cost (10), Budget Narrative (10), SLEB Preference Points (5), Local Preference Points (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alameda County?
All active and historical solicitations from Alameda County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alameda County 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 8, 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: Bid Response Packet, Exhibit A: Bidder Information and Acceptance, SLEB Partnering Sheet, Exhibit B: Exceptions, Clarifications and Amendments. 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: Oakland, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.