County of San Mateo - Medi-Cal Transition Readiness Consultant Services - RFP - Informal No. TBD (2026)
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Andrew Eng
- (650) 713-8659
The 30-second brief
San Mateo County Health, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) seeks consulting support to plan, coordinate, and implement its response to recent Medi-Cal changes and the Fee-for-Service (FFS) transition starting January 1, 2027. The consultant will serve as a project leader, facilitator, subject-matter advisor, and implementation resource to minimize avoidable coverage losses, maintain behavioral-health treatment continuity, prepare for restricted-scope beneficiaries, develop a Behavioral Health Plan benefit, assess fiscal and network impacts, and support monitoring. The anticipated agreement term is 9 months, from October 5, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria include Project Approach, Firm Qualifications, Price, and Local Preferential Points.
Develop interim guidance for staff, Contractors and clients; Support immediate targeted communication and plan for ongoing communication needs and implementation technical assistance structures; Facilitate and develop cross-agency governance for shared responsibility, Decision-making, Data-sharing, And workflows; Assess projected demand and track impacts to Medi-Cal revenue, Service utilization, And network adequacy via data dashboard; Develop and support implementation of recommendations for maximizing available coverage and reimbursement; Develop and pilot practical processes and workflows to identify and support BHRS clients at risk of losing coverage; Develop continuity-of-care protocols
Project Approach (15 points, 30.6%), Firm Qualifications (15 points, 30.6%), Price (15 points, 30.6%), Preferential Points (4 points, 8.2%)
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Summary
San Mateo County Health, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) seeks consulting support to plan, coordinate, and implement its response to recent Medi-Cal changes and the Fee-for-Service (FFS) transition starting January 1, 2027.
The consultant will serve as a project leader, facilitator, subject-matter advisor, and implementation resource to minimize avoidable coverage losses, maintain behavioral-health treatment continuity, prepare for restricted-scope beneficiaries, develop a Behavioral Health Plan benefit, assess fiscal and network impacts, and support monitoring. The anticipated agreement term is 9 months, from October 5, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Proposals are due by September 28, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria include Project Approach, Firm Qualifications, Price, and Local Preferential Points.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Project Approach (15 points, 30.6%)
- Firm Qualifications (15 points, 30.6%)
- Price (15 points, 30.6%)
- Preferential Points (4 points, 8.2%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Develop interim guidance for staff, Contractors and clients
- Support immediate targeted communication and plan for ongoing communication needs and implementation technical assistance structures
- Facilitate and develop cross-agency governance for shared responsibility, Decision-making, Data-sharing, And workflows
- Assess projected demand and track impacts to Medi-Cal revenue, Service utilization, And network adequacy via data dashboard
- Develop and support implementation of recommendations for maximizing available coverage and reimbursement
- Develop and pilot practical processes and workflows to identify and support BHRS clients at risk of losing coverage
- Develop continuity-of-care protocols
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation form
- Letter of Interest
- Project approach
- Deliverable-based budget
- Point of contact name and email
- Agency name and address
- Statement of interest and qualifications
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- Duration
- 9 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 September 28, 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 Andrew Eng.
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 Andrew Eng at (650) 713-8659. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Develop interim guidance for staff, Contractors and clients; Support immediate targeted communication and plan for ongoing communication needs and implementation technical assistance structures; Facilitate and develop cross-agency governance for shared responsibility, Decision-making, Data-sharing,. 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 (15 points, 30.6%), Firm Qualifications (15 points, 30.6%), Price (15 points, 30.6%), Preferential Points (4 points, 8.2%)" 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation form, Letter of Interest, project approach, deliverable-based budget, point of contact name and email, agency name and address, statement of interest and qualificati. 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.