County of San Mateo - Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Transformation Academy Design - RFP No. TBD (2026)
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 3 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Doris Estremera
- (650) 573-2889
The 30-second brief
County of San Mateo seeks a professional consultant to provide remote consulting and training design services for the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) Transformation Academy. The scope involves leadership training, change management, leveraging data for improvement, contract monitoring, and project management to address skill gaps and align operations with the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA). Key milestones include facilitating staff vetting for training tracks, developing up to 6 BHRS-specific core functional skill curriculums, establishing a deployment plan, and developing a learning impact measurement plan. The maximum total budget is $85,000 for an 18-month contract term from January 1, 2027 to June 30, 2029. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, with a question deadline of November 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project approach, individual/firm qualifications, and price, with local business preference points available.
Milestone #1: Facilitate a vetting process with BHRS staff for County offered trainings to identify a strategic leadership skills training track; Milestone #2: Facilitate the development of up to 6 BHRS-specific curriculums focused on core functional skills for leaders; Milestone #3: Facilitate the development of the BHRS Transformation Academy deployment plan; Milestone #4: Develop a plan to measure learning impact/effectiveness of the BHRS Transformation Academy
Project Approach to Scope of Work (35%), Individual/Firm Qualifications (35%), Price (30%)
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Summary
County of San Mateo seeks a professional consultant to provide remote consulting and training design services for the Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) Transformation Academy.
The scope involves leadership training, change management, leveraging data for improvement, contract monitoring, and project management to address skill gaps and align operations with the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA). Key milestones include facilitating staff vetting for training tracks, developing up to 6 BHRS-specific core functional skill curriculums, establishing a deployment plan, and developing a learning impact measurement plan. The maximum total budget is $85,000 for an 18-month contract term from January 1, 2027 to June 30, 2029. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, with a question deadline of November 14, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project approach, individual/firm qualifications, and price, with local business preference points available.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Milestone #1: Facilitate a vetting process with BHRS staff for County offered trainings to identify a strategic leadership skills training track
- Milestone #2: Facilitate the development of up to 6 BHRS-specific curriculums focused on core functional skills for leaders
- Milestone #3: Facilitate the development of the BHRS Transformation Academy deployment plan
- Milestone #4: Develop a plan to measure learning impact/effectiveness of the BHRS Transformation Academy
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Cover Letter - Introduction and Qualifications
- Project Approach to Scope of Work
- Proposed Cost
- Performance Measures
- SMC LocalBusiness self-attestation form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- Duration
- 18 months
- Scope location
- San Mateo, CA
- Reported agency
- County of San Mateo
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 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/smcgov. For questions, contact Doris Estremera.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo 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 Doris Estremera at (650) 573-2889. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Milestone #1: Facilitate a vetting process with BHRS staff for County offered trainings to identify a strategic leadership skills training track; Milestone #2: Facilitate the development of up to 6 BHRS-specific curriculums focused on core functional skills for leaders; Milestone #3: Facilitate the. 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: "Project Approach to Scope of Work (35%), Individual/Firm Qualifications (35%), Price (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo 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 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 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: Cover Letter - Introduction and Qualifications, Project Approach to Scope of Work, Proposed Cost, Performance Measures, SMC LocalBusiness self-attestation form. Review the full document from San Mateo 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: San Mateo, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
