County of Ocean - In-Home & Community-Based Counseling & Family Support Services - RFP 2026
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 Youth Services Commission is requesting competitive contracting proposals for in-home and community-based counseling, family support, skill development, and supportive services for at-risk youth and youth on probation. The program targets youth involved in or at risk of deeper involvement in the juvenile justice system who require individualized intervention beyond brief diversion. Services encompass individual and family counseling, diversion-specific services, disposition support, community reintegration, school stability, and ecosystem bridging. The contract period is from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with potential annual renewals up to five years. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the Ocean County Procurement Portal.
In-Home & Community-Based Counseling & Family Support Services, Individualized Assessment and Service Planning, Individual and Family Counseling, Diversion-Specific Services, Disposition Support and Community Functioning, Community Reintegration and Reentry Support, School, Education, Workforce, And Future Orientation Support
Technical Criteria (45%), Management Criteria (30%), Cost Criteria (25%)
SUMMARY
The County of Ocean Youth Services Commission is requesting competitive contracting proposals for in-home and community-based counseling, family support, skill development, and supportive services for at-risk youth and youth on probation.
The program targets youth involved in or at risk of deeper involvement in the juvenile justice system who require individualized intervention beyond brief diversion. Services encompass individual and family counseling, diversion-specific services, disposition support, community reintegration, school stability, and ecosystem bridging. The contract period is from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027, with potential annual renewals up to five years. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via the Ocean County Procurement Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- In-Home & Community-Based Counseling & Family Support Services
- Individualized Assessment and Service Planning
- Individual and Family Counseling
- Diversion-Specific Services
- Disposition Support and Community Functioning
- Community Reintegration and Reentry Support
- School
- Education
- Workforce
- Future Orientation Support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Certificate of Insurance, Current List of Board of Directors, Computed Budget Proposal and Project Description, Certified Audit, Copy of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate or IRS 501(c)(3) letter, Organizational Chart, Project Narrative, Cost Proposal/Computed Budget, Affirmative Action 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. 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: 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: In-Home & Community-Based Counseling & Family Support Services, Individualized Assessment and Service Planning, Individual and Family Counseling, Diversion-Specific Services, Disposition Support and Community Functioning, Community Reintegration and Reentry Support, School, Education, Workforce, And. 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: "Technical Criteria (45%), Management Criteria (30%), Cost Criteria (25%)" 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, Computed Budget Proposal and Project Description, Certified Audit, Copy of New Jersey Business Registration Certificate or IRS 501(c)(3) l. 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.