Pierce County Youth Behavioral Health Request For Proposal 26-002-BH-YBH - 2026
Pierce CountyCounty · Tacoma, WA- Due
- Nov 2, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Anne Marie Edmunds
- (253) 798-7456
The 30-second brief
Pierce County is seeking proposals from organizations to provide behavioral health promotion, prevention, and early intervention services to youth aged 25 years or younger, aiming to strengthen social-emotional skills, reduce violence and substance use risk factors, and improve access to behavioral health care. Eligible applicants are those who applied for but did not receive funding under the 2026-2027 Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA), Youth Violence Prevention, or Behavioral Health and Therapeutic Court (BHTC) Tax RFPs. The County anticipates awarding funding to approximately ten entities through this procurement, with no individual contract award exceeding $100,000 in BHTC Tax funds. Total funding for the procurement is approximately $750,000. Contracts are anticipated to begin on or around January 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2027. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the county portal by November 2, 2026.
Program Design (20%), Organizational Experience & Capacity (20%), Populations, Need & Geographic Area (20%), Participant Eligibility, Engagement and Access (20%), Performance & Data (10%), Budget (10%), System Need and Strategic Value (50% of Dept Director Review), Capacity and Readiness (50% of Dept Director Review)
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Summary
Pierce County is seeking proposals from organizations to provide behavioral health promotion, prevention, and early intervention services to youth aged 25 years or younger, aiming to strengthen social-emotional skills, reduce violence and substance use risk factors, and improve access to behavioral health care.
Eligible applicants are those who applied for but did not receive funding under the 2026-2027 Puget Sound Taxpayer Accountability Account (PSTAA), Youth Violence Prevention, or Behavioral Health and Therapeutic Court (BHTC) Tax RFPs. The County anticipates awarding funding to approximately ten entities through this procurement, with no individual contract award exceeding $100,000 in BHTC Tax funds. Total funding for the procurement is approximately $750,000. Contracts are anticipated to begin on or around January 1, 2027, and end on December 31, 2027. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the county portal by November 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Budget Worksheet
- Pre-Award Financial Risk Assessment Confirmation
- Proof of Completed Pre-Award Financial Risk Assessment (Upload)
- Acknowledgement of Contract Data Requirement
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Tacoma, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pierce County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/piercecountywa. For questions, contact Anne Marie Edmunds.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pierce 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 Anne Marie Edmunds at (253) 798-7456. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Program Design (20%), Organizational Experience & Capacity (20%), Populations, Need & Geographic Area (20%), Participant Eligibility, Engagement and Access (20%), Performance & Data (10%), Budget (10%..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Pierce County?
All active and historical solicitations from Pierce County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Pierce 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 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: Budget Worksheet, Pre-Award Financial Risk Assessment Confirmation, Proof of Completed Pre-Award Financial Risk Assessment (Upload), Acknowledgement of Contract Data Requirement. Review the full document from Pierce 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: Tacoma, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.