County of Ocean Behavioral Health Services Proposals, RFP 2026 - Toms River, NJ
Ocean CountyCounty · NJ- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Evan Johnson
- (732) 929-2101
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of Ocean Department of Human Services is requesting Competitive Contracting proposals from qualified organizations to provide comprehensive behavioral health services to residents, including outpatient service accessibility, early detection and intervention, care and case management, supportive housing and residential services, youth transition services, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders services, services for special populations, workforce development, and psychiatric emergency services and community crisis response. The anticipated available funding is $2,175,000 for a 12-month contract term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with a possible option to renew for two additional one-year periods. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Eligible applicants include community mental health centers, psychiatric emergency screening centers, certified community behavioral health clinics, and other licensed behavioral health providers in Ocean County, New Jersey.
Technical Criteria 40%, Management Criteria 30%, Cost Criteria 30%
SUMMARY
The County of Ocean Department of Human Services is requesting Competitive Contracting proposals from qualified organizations to provide comprehensive behavioral health services to residents, including outpatient service accessibility, early detection and intervention, care and case management, supportive housing and residential services, youth transition services, co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders services, services for special populations, workforce development, and psychiatric emergency services and community crisis response.
The anticipated available funding is $2,175,000 for a 12-month contract term from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with a possible option to renew for two additional one-year periods. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with questions due by October 21, 2026. Eligible applicants include community mental health centers, psychiatric emergency screening centers, certified community behavioral health clinics, and other licensed behavioral health providers in Ocean County, New Jersey.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical Criteria 40%
- Management Criteria 30%
- Cost Criteria 30%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance, Current List of Board of Directors, Certified Audit or Financial Statement, Copy of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate or IRS 501(c)3 tax exempt letter, Organizational Chart, NJ Certificate of Employee Information Report Approval or AA-302 Initial Employee Information Report, Affirmative Action Regulations Compliance Statement, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certification of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, Statement of Ownership, Non-Collusion Certification, Signature Page
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Toms River, NJ
- Reported agency
- County of Ocean
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Ocean County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/oceancounty. For questions, contact Evan Johnson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Ocean County in NJ, 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 Evan Johnson at (732) 929-2101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Technical Criteria 40%, Management Criteria 30%, Cost Criteria 30%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ocean County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ocean County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ocean 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 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: Certificate of Insurance, Current List of Board of Directors, Certified Audit or Financial Statement, Copy of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate or IRS 501(c)3 tax exempt letter, Organizatio. Review the full document from Ocean 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: Toms River, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.