County of San Mateo Scattered-Site Housing Program - Flex Pool RFP 2026
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew Eng
- (650) 713-8659
The 30-second brief
County of San Mateo Health, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking a qualified transitional rent benefit service provider to deliver a scattered-site housing program with landlord engagement strategies across San Mateo County. The program will serve as a Flex Pool model managing multiple behavioral health funding streams including Medi-Cal and BHSA for clients living with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. Services include transitional and long-term rental administration, participant assistance funds, landlord outreach, mitigation, incentives, and care coordination. Estimated available funding is $5,441,109 over a three-year contract term. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the eProcurement system.
Project Approach (25%), Firm Qualifications (30%), Team Qualifications (20%), Price (25%)
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Summary
County of San Mateo Health, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking a qualified transitional rent benefit service provider to deliver a scattered-site housing program with landlord engagement strategies across San Mateo County.
The program will serve as a Flex Pool model managing multiple behavioral health funding streams including Medi-Cal and BHSA for clients living with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. Services include transitional and long-term rental administration, participant assistance funds, landlord outreach, mitigation, incentives, and care coordination. Estimated available funding is $5,441,109 over a three-year contract term. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM via the eProcurement system.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Cover Letter - Project Approach
- Firm Qualifications
- Team Qualifications
- Performance Measures
- Fee Proposal (Attachment C)
- SMC Local Business Self-Attestation
- IRS Form 990
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- 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 December 1, 2026. 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.
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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 (25%), Firm Qualifications (30%), Team Qualifications (20%), Price (25%)" 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 - Project Approach, Firm Qualifications, Team Qualifications, Performance Measures, Fee Proposal (Attachment C), SMC Local Business Self-Attestation, IRS Form 990. 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.
