Navajo County - Navajo County Jail Medical and Psychological Services - B26-09-009 (2026)
Navajo CountyCounty · Holbrook, AZ- Due
- Dec 2, 2026
- 29 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Christina Tewa
- (928) 524-4100
The 30-second brief
Navajo County is seeking proposals for comprehensive health care services for inmates at the Navajo County Detention Center and Juvenile Detention Center in Holbrook, Arizona. The scope encompasses medical, mental health, pharmaceutical services, dental, and optical services, including emergency response, suicide prevention, alcohol and drug problem treatment, health assessments, intake screenings, and discharge planning. The contract term is for two years with an option to renew up to three additional one-year terms. The proposal submission deadline is December 2, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Local AZ Time, with a non-mandatory pre-submittal conference and site tour scheduled for November 5, 2026. Written questions are due by November 12, 2026.
Adult Detention Medical Services, Juvenile Detention Medical Services, Health Care Services, Staffing Plan, Health Care Authority, Mental Health Care Authority, Policies and Procedures, Quality Control Systems, Reporting Methods, Access to Care, Informed Consent, Privacy of Care, Continuity and Coordination of Care, Communication of Needs, Discharge Planning, Health Assessments and Treatment, Mental Health Screening, Evaluation and Treatment, Dental Care, Optical Care, Pharmaceutical Operations and Management, Emergency Response Plan, Suicide Prevention, Alcohol and Other Drug Problems, Patient Care Clinics, Monitoring of Inmates in Segregation, Medical Records, Health Service Complaints and Grievances, Infection Prevention and Control Program, Facility Security, Working Inmate Programs, Restoration to Competency Program, Clinic Space, Equipment and Supplies, Continued Education, Prosthesis, Compliance with Applicable Standards and Laws, Mandatory Reporting of Abuse, PREA Training, Admission Health Screening, Professional Review of Admission Health Screening, Comprehensive Health Assessment, Sick Call and Access to Medical Services, Medical Treatment and Provider Orders, Pharmaceutical Management and Medication Administration, Pregnant Juveniles, Communicable and Infectious Diseases, Tuberculosis Screening and Testing, Suicide Prevention, Monitoring, And Observation, Mental Health Services, Crisis Intervention and Emergency Care, Continuity of Care and Discharge Planning, Coordination with Juvenile Detention Administration, Staffing, Licensure, And Qualifications
Vendor's qualifications and experience - 15 Points, Vendor's response to objectives - 15 Points, Vendor's response to scope of services - 15 Points, Vendor's response to staffing and delivery systems - 27 Points, Vendor's response to cost in relation to services - 28 Points
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Summary
Navajo County is seeking proposals for comprehensive health care services for inmates at the Navajo County Detention Center and Juvenile Detention Center in Holbrook, Arizona.
The scope encompasses medical, mental health, pharmaceutical services, dental, and optical services, including emergency response, suicide prevention, alcohol and drug problem treatment, health assessments, intake screenings, and discharge planning. The contract term is for two years with an option to renew up to three additional one-year terms. The proposal submission deadline is December 2, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. Local AZ Time, with a non-mandatory pre-submittal conference and site tour scheduled for November 5, 2026. Written questions are due by November 12, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Vendor's qualifications and experience - 15 Points, Vendor's response to objectives - 15 Points, Vendor's response to scope of services - 15 Points, Vendor's response to staffing and delivery systems - 27 Points, Vendor's response to cost in relation to services - 28 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
58- Adult Detention Medical Services
- Juvenile Detention Medical Services
- Health Care Services
- Staffing Plan
- Health Care Authority
- Mental Health Care Authority
- Policies and Procedures
- Quality Control Systems
- Reporting Methods
- Access to Care
- Informed Consent
- Privacy of Care
- Continuity and Coordination of Care
- Communication of Needs
- Discharge Planning
- Health Assessments and Treatment
- Mental Health Screening
- Evaluation and Treatment
- Dental Care
- Optical Care
- Pharmaceutical Operations and Management
- Emergency Response Plan
- Suicide Prevention
- Alcohol and Other Drug Problems
- Patient Care Clinics
- Monitoring of Inmates in Segregation
- Medical Records
- Health Service Complaints and Grievances
- Infection Prevention and Control Program
- Facility Security
- Working Inmate Programs
- Restoration to Competency Program
- Clinic Space
- Equipment and Supplies
- Continued Education
- Prosthesis
- Compliance with Applicable Standards and Laws
- Mandatory Reporting of Abuse
- PREA Training
- Admission Health Screening
- Professional Review of Admission Health Screening
- Comprehensive Health Assessment
- Sick Call and Access to Medical Services
- Medical Treatment and Provider Orders
- Pharmaceutical Management and Medication Administration
- Pregnant Juveniles
- Communicable and Infectious Diseases
- Tuberculosis Screening and Testing
- Suicide Prevention
- Monitoring
- Observation
- Mental Health Services
- Crisis Intervention and Emergency Care
- Continuity of Care and Discharge Planning
- Coordination with Juvenile Detention Administration
- Staffing
- Licensure
- Qualifications
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Transmittal Letter
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Cost Proposal
- Staffing Matrix
- Experience and Qualifications
- Financial Capability and Litigation
- Annual Report
- Financial Statements
- Certificate of Insurance
REQUIRED STAFFING
8- Submit to
- Navajo County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 100 East Code Talkers Drive, P.O. Box 668, Holbrook, Arizona 86025
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Holbrook, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Navajo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 2, 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: Navajo County Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, 100 East Code Talkers Drive, P.O. Box 668, Holbrook, Arizona 86025. For questions, contact Christina Tewa.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Navajo County in AZ, 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 Christina Tewa at (928) 524-4100. 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: Health Service Admin, Nursing, RN, LPN, QMHP, Medical Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatrist, Admin Assistant. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Adult Detention Medical Services, Juvenile Detention Medical Services, Health Care Services, Staffing Plan, Health Care Authority, Mental Health Care Authority, Policies and Procedures, Quality Control Systems, Reporting Methods, Access to Care, Informed Consent, Privacy of Care, Continuity and Coor. 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: "Vendor's qualifications and experience - 15 Points, Vendor's response to objectives - 15 Points, Vendor's response to scope of services - 15 Points, Vendor's response to staffing and delivery systems..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Navajo County?
All active and historical solicitations from Navajo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Navajo 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 2, 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: Transmittal Letter, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Cost Proposal, Staffing Matrix, Experience and Qualifications, Financial Capability and Litigation, Annual Report, Financial Statements, Certificate of Ins. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Navajo 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: Holbrook, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.