County of Los Angeles Caregiver and Youth Support Services RFP #26-0065 - CYSS
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles County, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of Los Angeles
- Primary Contact
- Aminata Sanders · (213) 371-6355
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP #26-0065) for Caregiver and Youth Support Services (CYSS). The scope of work involves a hybrid service delivery model supporting four distinct programs: Placement Stability Team (PST), Family Urgent Response System (FURS), Intensive Placement Home (IPH), and Temporary Support Home (TSH). Services include weekly support group sessions, continuing education, on-call emergency crisis support, case management, and immediate temporary housing and support for vulnerable youth to eliminate congregate shelter care. Proposers must demonstrate 5 years of experience serving complex care high needs children and youth, be a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization or public entity, and meet minimum mandatory requirements including financial capability and past performance standards. The submission deadline is December 28, 2026, with an optional virtual proposers' conference on October 29, 2026. The anticipated maximum annual contract amount is $1,406,365.68 for an initial one-year term from June 1, 2028, through May 31, 2029, with options to extend for four additional one-year periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Business Proposal Requirements and Evaluation Criteria 70%, Cost Proposal Requirements and Evaluation 30%
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Los Angeles County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 28, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Aminata Sanders.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Business Proposal Requirements and Evaluation Criteria 70%, Cost Proposal Requirements and Evaluation 30%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Los Angeles County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 28, 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. Review the full document from Los Angeles County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Los Angeles 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.
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 Aminata Sanders at (213) 371-6355. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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