Multnomah County Juvenile Shelter Services RFP-26-2027 - Transitional Housing
- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 15 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Lynn Bybee
- (503) 988-7544 ext 87544
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice is seeking proposals for out-of-home placement and transitional housing services for medium to high-risk youth involved in the juvenile justice system. The program provides short term beds (up to 30 days) as an alternative to detention, aiming for behavioral stabilization, educational support, skill building, and reintegration. The contract covers 1-2 beds per day on a per bed per day basis, with a general contract term of five years. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. An optional pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, via Google Meet.
Shelter Services
Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)
SUMMARY
The Multnomah County Department of Community Justice is seeking proposals for out-of-home placement and transitional housing services for medium to high-risk youth involved in the juvenile justice system.
The program provides short term beds (up to 30 days) as an alternative to detention, aiming for behavioral stabilization, educational support, skill building, and reintegration. The contract covers 1-2 beds per day on a per bed per day basis, with a general contract term of five years. Proposals are due by November 4, 2026, at 4:00 PM PST. An optional pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, via Google Meet.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Shelter Services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Verification that all insurance requirements are met
- Current year W-9
- Proposers Representation and Certification
- Submit to
- https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?tab=PHX_NAV_SourcingAllOpps&CustomerOrg=Multnomah
- Scope location
- Portland, OR
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Multnomah County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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: https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?tab=PHX_NAV_SourcingAllOpps&CustomerOrg=Multnomah. For questions, contact Lynn Bybee.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Multnomah County in OR, 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 Lynn Bybee at (503) 988-7544 ext 87544. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Shelter Services. 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: "Programmatic Questions (75%), Responsible Business Practice Questions (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Multnomah County?
All active and historical solicitations from Multnomah County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Multnomah 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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: Verification that all insurance requirements are met, current year W-9, Proposers Representation and Certification. Review the full document from Multnomah 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: Portland, OR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.