East Orange Board of Education School-Based Clinical Programming RFP 2026-2027
- Due
- May 5, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Rochelle Gabriel
The 30-second brief
The East Orange School District is seeking proposals from qualified providers to deliver comprehensive, school-based clinical mental health services to students in grades Pre-School to 12th grade. The services should address emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges and include trauma-informed, multi-tiered system of support interventions.
Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Trauma-informed care, Individualized treatment plans, Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) implementation, Progress monitoring and data reporting, Collaboration with school staff, Crisis management and student support.
Technical (30 points), Management (30 points), Cost (40 points)
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Summary
The East Orange School District is seeking proposals from qualified providers to deliver comprehensive, school-based clinical mental health services to students in grades Pre-School to 12th grade.
The services should address emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges and include trauma-informed, multi-tiered system of support interventions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Individual therapy
- Group therapy
- Family therapy
- Trauma-informed care
- Individualized treatment plans
- Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) implementation
- Progress monitoring and data reporting
- Collaboration with school staff
- Crisis management and student support
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Acknowledgment of Addenda
- Affirmative Action Questionnaire or Certificate of Employee Information Report
- Assurance of Compliance
- Chapter 271 – Political Contribution Disclosure Form
- Vendor Questionnaire and Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Proposal Form
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Scope location
- East Orange
- Reported agency
- EAST ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from East Orange School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 5, 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. For questions, contact Rochelle Gabriel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including East Orange School District in NJ, 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 Rochelle Gabriel. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Individual therapy, Group therapy, Family therapy, Trauma-informed care, Individualized treatment plans, Multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) implementation, Progress monitoring and data reporting, Collaboration with school staff, Crisis management and student support.. 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: "Technical (30 points), Management (30 points), Cost (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from East Orange School District?
All active and historical solicitations from East Orange School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, East Orange School District 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: Acknowledgment of Addenda, Affirmative Action Questionnaire or Certificate of Employee Information Report, Assurance of Compliance, Chapter 271 – Political Contribution Disclosure Form, Vendor Questio. Review the full document from East Orange School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: East Orange. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.