Mid-America Regional Council Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant Services RFQ 2026
Mid-America Regional CouncilMPO · Kansas City, MO- Due
- May 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kasey Lawson
The 30-second brief
Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) seeks qualified individuals or agencies for mental health consultant services supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Clay, Platte, and Jackson Counties. Proposals are due May 20, 2026.
Individual and Family Therapy, Classroom and Program Support, Individualized Child and Family-Centered Observations and Consultations
Credentials (LCSW or LPC), experience working with children under five, previous Head Start experience, bilingual skills
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Summary
Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) seeks qualified individuals or agencies for mental health consultant services supporting Head Start and Early Head Start programs in Clay, Platte, and Jackson Counties. Proposals are due May 20, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Credentials (LCSW or LPC)
- Experience working with children under five
- Previous Head Start experience
- Bilingual skills
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Individual and Family Therapy
- Classroom and Program Support
- Individualized Child and Family-Centered Observations and Consultations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Resume
- Background information
- References
- Proposed hourly fees
REQUIRED STAFFING
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 16 months
- Scope location
- Kansas City, MO
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Mid-America Regional Council?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 20, 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 Kasey Lawson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Mid-America Regional Council in MO, 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 RFQ 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 Kasey Lawson. 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: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Individual and Family Therapy, Classroom and Program Support, Individualized Child and Family-Centered Observations and Consultations. 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: "Credentials (LCSW or LPC), experience working with children under five, previous Head Start experience, bilingual skills" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mid-America Regional Council?
All active and historical solicitations from Mid-America Regional Council are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Mid-America Regional Council 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 RFQ?
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: Resume, Background information, References, Proposed hourly fees. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Mid-America Regional Council for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kansas City, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.