County of Santa Cruz RFP 26P3-002 Hepatitis C Virus Linkage and Navigation to Care
Santa Cruz CountyCounty · Santa Cruz, CA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Akinola Oshodi
- (914) 218-1855
The 30-second brief
The County of Santa Cruz is seeking proposals from fully licensed, insured, bonded, and certified contractors to provide Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) linkage and navigation to care services with the goal of achieving HCV cure. The scope of work includes implementing an HCV linkage and navigation workflow for client screening, follow-up lab-based confirmatory testing, medical visits, treatment initiation, prescription pick-up, medication adherence, and data collection per the HCV Care Continuum Report. Priority populations include people who use/inject drugs, people experiencing homelessness, Black, indigenous and other people of color, people with HIV, pregnant individuals, and trans/non-binary persons. The estimated budget is $45,841.00, and the submission deadline is October 30, 2026.
HCV linkage and navigation workflow, Client screening, Lab-based confirmatory HCV testing, Medical visit coordination, Treatment initiation, Prescription pick-up, Medication adherence support, HCV Care Continuum Report data collection, Client incentives distribution
Qualifications and Experience (35%), Performance (35%), Compliance (20%), Price (10%)
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Summary
The County of Santa Cruz is seeking proposals from fully licensed, insured, bonded, and certified contractors to provide Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) linkage and navigation to care services with the goal of achieving HCV cure.
The scope of work includes implementing an HCV linkage and navigation workflow for client screening, follow-up lab-based confirmatory testing, medical visits, treatment initiation, prescription pick-up, medication adherence, and data collection per the HCV Care Continuum Report. Priority populations include people who use/inject drugs, people experiencing homelessness, Black, indigenous and other people of color, people with HIV, pregnant individuals, and trans/non-binary persons. The estimated budget is $45,841.00, and the submission deadline is October 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- HCV linkage and navigation workflow
- Client screening
- Lab-based confirmatory HCV testing
- Medical visit coordination
- Treatment initiation
- Prescription pick-up
- Medication adherence support
- HCV Care Continuum Report data collection
- Client incentives distribution
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Exhibit A Respondent Fact Sheet
- Exhibit B Customer References
- Exhibit C Designation of Subcontractors
- Exhibit D Non-Collusion Declaration
- Exhibit E Protests and Appeals Procedures
- Official RFP Response Signature Page
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/santacruzcounty/projects/309240
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Santa Cruz
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Santa Cruz County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 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/santacruzcounty/projects/309240. For questions, contact Akinola Oshodi.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Santa Cruz 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 Akinola Oshodi at (914) 218-1855. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: HCV linkage and navigation workflow, Client screening, Lab-based confirmatory HCV testing, Medical visit coordination, Treatment initiation, Prescription pick-up, Medication adherence support, HCV Care Continuum Report data collection, Client incentives distribution. 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: "Qualifications and Experience (35%), Performance (35%), Compliance (20%), Price (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Cruz County?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Cruz County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Santa Cruz 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: Exhibit A Respondent Fact Sheet, Exhibit B Customer References, Exhibit C Designation of Subcontractors, Exhibit D Non-Collusion Declaration, Exhibit E Protests and Appeals Procedures, Official RFP Re. Review the full document from Santa Cruz 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: Santa Cruz, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.