County of San Diego Home Safe Program Services RFQ 13310 - 2026
San Diego County, San Diego County, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of San Diego
- Primary Contact
- John Shin · (858) 505-6367
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope Location
- San Diego County, CA
- Submission Address
- BuyNet website (https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/)
SUMMARY
The County of San Diego, Department of Aging & Independence Services (AIS), is seeking quotes for Home Safe Program Services under RFQ 13310. This is a Small-Local Business Set-Aside solicitation. The contractor will provide short-term housing stabilization services to Adult Protective Services (APS) clients at risk of homelessness, including case management, housing navigation, and financial assistance (eviction prevention, utility payments, and home repairs). The contract term is an initial one-year period with three one-year options, with an estimated total value between $3,006,879 and $3,340,976. Quotes are due by 5:00 p.m. on October 1, 2026, via the BuyNet portal. A question deadline is set for September 17, 2026. Requirements include HMIS licensing, experience with 'Housing First' principles, and cultural competency training.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Technical merit, experience, capacity, history of offeror compliance, availability, price, sustainability, social/human health/environmental/economic impact, cultural competency
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Offeror’s Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Program/Technical Exhibit, Cost/Price Exhibit, Payment Schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A - Statement of Work, Exhibit B - Insurance Requirements, Exhibit C - Payment Schedule, Exhibit 1 - Required Forms, Exhibit 2 - Program/Technical Exhibit, Exhibit 3 - Cost/Price Exhibit, Exhibit 4 - Acceptance of Terms and Conditions, Exhibit 5 - Confidential Proprietary
REQUIRED STAFFING ROLES
administrative staff, direct service staff
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFQ from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 1, 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: BuyNet website (https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/). For questions, contact John Shin.
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 merit, experience, capacity, history of offeror compliance, availability, price, sustainability, social/human health/environmental/economic impact, cultural competency" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Diego County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Diego 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.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: Exhibit A - Statement of Work, Exhibit B - Insurance Requirements, Exhibit C - Payment Schedule, Exhibit 1 - Required Forms, Exhibit 2 - Program/Technical Exhibit, Exhibit 3 - Cost/Price Exhibit, Exhi. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from San Diego County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including San Diego 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 RFQ 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 John Shin at (858) 505-6367. 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: San Diego County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: administrative staff, direct service staff. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Offeror’s Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Program/Technical Exhibit, Cost/Price Exhibit, Payment Schedule. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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