Mason County Request for Proposals for Inmate Health Care Services - 2026
Mason CountyCounty · Shelton, WA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.5 years
- Primary contact
- Shane Schoeneberg
- (360) 427-9670 ext 303
The 30-second brief
Mason County seeks proposals from qualified healthcare organizations and correctional healthcare providers to provide comprehensive medical and related healthcare services to individuals detained at the 93-bed Mason County Jail and the 16-bed Mason County Juvenile Detention Center located in Shelton, Washington. Services include timely access to medically necessary healthcare, mental health care, suicide risk identification and management, substance use disorder treatment, withdrawal management, MOUD/MAUD services, medication administration, chronic disease and acute illness management, emergency response, dental services, pregnancy-related care, and health education. The initial contract term is 18 months with annual renewal options. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Written questions are due by November 13, 2026. Minimum on-site coverage requires 16 hours per day, 7 days a week.
RN/LPN Coverage, APP/ARNP Coverage, Psychiatric Coverage, Specialty Clinic, Medical Director Hours
Contractor qualifications, correctional healthcare experience, proposed staffing plan, clinical approach, quality and performance management, transition plan, references, pending litigation, compliance with RFP requirements, proposed price, contract terms, overall value
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Summary
Mason County seeks proposals from qualified healthcare organizations and correctional healthcare providers to provide comprehensive medical and related healthcare services to individuals detained at the 93-bed Mason County Jail and the 16-bed Mason County Juvenile Detention Center located in Shelton, Washington.
Services include timely access to medically necessary healthcare, mental health care, suicide risk identification and management, substance use disorder treatment, withdrawal management, MOUD/MAUD services, medication administration, chronic disease and acute illness management, emergency response, dental services, pregnancy-related care, and health education. The initial contract term is 18 months with annual renewal options. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Written questions are due by November 13, 2026. Minimum on-site coverage requires 16 hours per day, 7 days a week.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
12- Contractor qualifications
- Correctional healthcare experience
- Proposed staffing plan
- Clinical approach
- Quality and performance management
- Transition plan
- References
- Pending litigation
- Compliance with RFP requirements
- Proposed price
- Contract terms
- Overall value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- RN/LPN Coverage
- APP/ARNP Coverage
- Psychiatric Coverage
- Specialty Clinic
- Medical Director Hours
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Cover Letter
- Proposed Service Model
- Detoxification and Withdrawal Protocols
- Staffing Plan
- Quality Improvement
- Electronic Health Record
- Proposed Annual Cost
- Transition Plan
- Proposed Contract
- Pricing Proposal Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Shelton, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Mason County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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 Shane Schoeneberg.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Mason County in WA, 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 Shane Schoeneberg at (360) 427-9670 ext 303. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: RN/LPN Coverage, APP/ARNP Coverage, Psychiatric Coverage, Specialty Clinic, Medical Director Hours. 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: "Contractor qualifications, correctional healthcare experience, proposed staffing plan, clinical approach, quality and performance management, transition plan, references, pending litigation, complianc..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mason County?
All active and historical solicitations from Mason County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Mason 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 1.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: Cover Letter, Proposed Service Model, Detoxification and Withdrawal Protocols, Staffing Plan, Quality Improvement, Electronic Health Record, Proposed Annual Cost, Transition Plan, Proposed Contract, P. Review the full document from Mason 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: Shelton, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.