Hayward Unified School District - Counseling Enriched Program Partnership - RFP 27.003 (2026)
Hayward UnifiedSchool · Hayward, CA- Due
- Nov 17, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Victoria Coronado
- (555) 555-5555
The 30-second brief
Hayward Unified School District is seeking an in-school therapeutic program and mental health services to support students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges requiring intensive therapeutic services. The procurement covers a partnership for 5 classes across 2 elementary, 1 middle school, and 2 high school programs in Hayward, California. Services include clinical counseling, family and individual therapy, milieu support, comprehensive assessments, crisis intervention, and parent/caregiver education. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027, with four additional one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., with written questions due by November 6, 2026. Proposers must provide liability, professional, and sexual abuse insurance coverage, and comply with background check and drug-free workplace certifications.
Technical Criteria (Maximum 40 points), Management Criteria (Maximum 40 points), Cost Criteria (Maximum 20 points)
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Summary
Hayward Unified School District is seeking an in-school therapeutic program and mental health services to support students with significant emotional and behavioral challenges requiring intensive therapeutic services.
The procurement covers a partnership for 5 classes across 2 elementary, 1 middle school, and 2 high school programs in Hayward, California. Services include clinical counseling, family and individual therapy, milieu support, comprehensive assessments, crisis intervention, and parent/caregiver education. The contract term runs from January 1, 2027 through June 30, 2027, with four additional one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 17, 2026, at 11:00 A.M., with written questions due by November 6, 2026. Proposers must provide liability, professional, and sexual abuse insurance coverage, and comply with background check and drug-free workplace certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Technical Criteria (Maximum 40 points)
- Management Criteria (Maximum 40 points)
- Cost Criteria (Maximum 20 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Checklist and Signature Page
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Contractor’s Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy
- Fingerprint and Criminal Background Check Certification
- Non-Collusion Declaration
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Hayward Unified School District - Purchasing Department 24411 Amador Street Hayward, CA 94544
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Hayward, CA
- Reported agency
- Hayward Unified School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hayward Unified?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 17, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Hayward Unified School District - Purchasing Department 24411 Amador Street Hayward, CA 94544. For questions, contact Victoria Coronado.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hayward Unified 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 Victoria Coronado at (555) 555-5555. 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: "Technical Criteria (Maximum 40 points), Management Criteria (Maximum 40 points), Cost Criteria (Maximum 20 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hayward Unified?
All active and historical solicitations from Hayward Unified are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hayward Unified 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 17, 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: Proposal Checklist and Signature Page, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Contractor’s Certificate Regarding Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy, Fingerprint and Criminal Background Chec. Review the full document from Hayward Unified for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hayward, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.