County of San Mateo - Workforce & Economic Mobility Initiatives: Project Support - 2027-RFP-Informal-00214 (2026)
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Henry Nibbelin
- (650) 363-4259
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo seeks a qualified consultant to provide strategic advisory, research, program design, stakeholder engagement, and implementation planning services in support of the County's workforce and economic mobility initiatives, including the Workforce Entry & Economic Growth Initiative, the County Job Center, and the Childcare Initiative (TriShare program and childcare navigation portal). The anticipated budget range is $75,000 to $90,000 for a 0.5-year contract term. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 pm via the eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria include Method and Approach (35%), Experience and Organizational Capacity (30%), Price (25%), and Preferential Points (10%).
Method and Approach (35%), Experience and Organizational Capacity (30%), Price (25%), Preferential Points (10%)
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Summary
The County of San Mateo seeks a qualified consultant to provide strategic advisory, research, program design, stakeholder engagement, and implementation planning services in support of the County's workforce and economic mobility initiatives, including the Workforce Entry & Economic Growth Initiative, the County Job Center, and the Childcare Initiative (TriShare program and childcare navigation portal).
The anticipated budget range is $75,000 to $90,000 for a 0.5-year contract term. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 pm via the eProcurement system. Evaluation criteria include Method and Approach (35%), Experience and Organizational Capacity (30%), Price (25%), and Preferential Points (10%).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Technical Proposal
- Fee Proposal
- SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation
- Minimum Qualifications checklist
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/smcgov
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Redwood City, 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 13, 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 Henry Nibbelin.
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 Henry Nibbelin at (650) 363-4259. 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: "Method and Approach (35%), Experience and Organizational Capacity (30%), Price (25%), Preferential Points (10%)" 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 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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: Technical Proposal, Fee Proposal, SMC_LocalBusiness_self-attestation, Minimum Qualifications checklist. 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: Redwood City, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.