Los Angeles County DCFS Incarcerated Parents Services Program WOS #26-0023 2026
Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services, Los Angeles, CA·County
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- Reported Agency
- County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services
- Primary Contact
- Tanya Gharibian
- Contract Term
- 1 year
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is issuing Work Order Solicitation (WOS) #26-0023 to procure services for the Incarcerated Parents Services Program (IPSP). The primary focus of the program is to promote and monitor continued contact by facilitating family bonding time between children and incarcerated parents or legal guardians, in conjunction with case plans or court orders. Scope includes case management services to coordinate bonding time. The contract term is one year, from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2028, with four optional one-year extensions. Proposals are due via email in PDF format by 12:00 p.m. PDT on September 25, 2026. An optional virtual proposers conference is scheduled for September 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposer’s Background and Experience (30%), Proposer’s Implementation Plan/Approach (30%), Data Collection Methodology and Reporting/Quality Assurance Plan (10%), Cost Proposal (30%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Work Order Solicitation Proposal, Cost Proposal, Pending Litigations and Judgements, Financial Statements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment I: Work Order Solicitation, Attachment II: Work Order Solicitation Proposal, Attachment III: Cost Proposal, Attachment IV: Pending Litigations and Judgements, Attachment V: Request for Preference Consideration, Attachment VI: Sample Work Order, Exhibit A: Statement of Work, Exhibit B: Price Sheet, Exhibit C: Line-Item Budget and Budget Narrative, Exhibit D: Work Order Administration, Exhibit E: Auditor-Controller Contract Accounting and Administration Handbook
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Tanya Gharibian.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Proposer’s Background and Experience (30%), Proposer’s Implementation Plan/Approach (30%), Data Collection Methodology and Reporting/Quality Assurance Plan (10%), Cost Proposal (30%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services?
All active and historical solicitations from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services 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: Attachment I: Work Order Solicitation, Attachment II: Work Order Solicitation Proposal, Attachment III: Cost Proposal, Attachment IV: Pending Litigations and Judgements, Attachment V: Request for Pref. Review the full document from Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services 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 Tanya Gharibian. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Angeles, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Work Order Solicitation Proposal, Cost Proposal, Pending Litigations and Judgements, Financial Statements. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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