Deschutes County Adult Foster Home Provider RFP 2026
- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Primary contact
- Heather Herauf
- (541) 617-4721
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Deschutes County is soliciting proposals to secure contractors for the operation and management of one or more Adult Foster Homes (AFH) in properties owned or renovated by Deschutes County Behavioral Health. Services include providing room, board, supervision, individualized care, and support for up to five residents per home, focusing on dignity, recovery, and community integration. Contractors must provide daily supports including meals, nutrition, medication administration, behavioral support, and crisis de-escalation. The county is currently purchasing or renovating two separate homes for this purpose. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, via the Bid Locker secure submission portal. A primary contact for the solicitation is Heather Herauf.
Operation and management of licensed Adult Foster Homes, Including room, Board, Supervision, Individualized care, Support services, Care coordination, And transition planning.
SUMMARY
Deschutes County is soliciting proposals to secure contractors for the operation and management of one or more Adult Foster Homes (AFH) in properties owned or renovated by Deschutes County Behavioral Health.
Services include providing room, board, supervision, individualized care, and support for up to five residents per home, focusing on dignity, recovery, and community integration. Contractors must provide daily supports including meals, nutrition, medication administration, behavioral support, and crisis de-escalation. The county is currently purchasing or renovating two separate homes for this purpose. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, via the Bid Locker secure submission portal. A primary contact for the solicitation is Heather Herauf.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Operation and management of licensed Adult Foster Homes
- Including room
- Board
- Supervision
- Individualized care
- Support services
- Care coordination
- Transition planning
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Adult Foster Home Provider - RFP 2026.pdf
REQUIRED STAFFING
Qualified and trained staff with background checks
- Submit to
- Bid Locker secure submission portal
- Scope location
- Deschutes County, OR
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Deschutes County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 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: Bid Locker secure submission portal. For questions, contact Heather Herauf.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Deschutes County in OR, 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 Heather Herauf at (541) 617-4721. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Qualified and trained staff with background checks. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operation and management of licensed Adult Foster Homes, Including room, Board, Supervision, Individualized care, Support services, Care coordination, And transition planning.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Deschutes County?
All active and historical solicitations from Deschutes County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Deschutes County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Adult Foster Home Provider - RFP 2026.pdf. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Deschutes 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: Deschutes County, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.