San Diego County - Adolescent Substance Use Residential Program - RFSQ 13378 (2026)
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego County, CA- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Tiana Cruz
- (858) 588-1237
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The County of San Diego is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to provide 24-hour non-medical residential substance use treatment, withdrawal management, recovery, and ancillary services for adolescents aged 12-17 with substance use conditions, including co-occurring mental health conditions. The program must be fully operational within 90 calendar days of contract execution and located within 75 miles of the San Diego County line. Services must align with the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS) standards, incorporating evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention. The initial base contract term is six months with four one-year option periods, extending through June 30, 2031. Submissions are due by October 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via BuyNet, with a virtual pre-SOQ conference scheduled for September 25, 2026, and questions due by October 5, 2026.
Program Approach, Organizational Capability Experience and Qualifications, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
SUMMARY
The County of San Diego is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified firms to provide 24-hour non-medical residential substance use treatment, withdrawal management, recovery, and ancillary services for adolescents aged 12-17 with substance use conditions, including co-occurring mental health conditions.
The program must be fully operational within 90 calendar days of contract execution and located within 75 miles of the San Diego County line. Services must align with the Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS) standards, incorporating evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Relapse Prevention. The initial base contract term is six months with four one-year option periods, extending through June 30, 2031. Submissions are due by October 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. via BuyNet, with a virtual pre-SOQ conference scheduled for September 25, 2026, and questions due by October 5, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Program Approach
- Organizational Capability Experience and Qualifications
- Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Offeror's Cover Page (PC600)
- Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
- Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
- Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan (PC611)
- Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
- HHSA Cultural & Linguistic Diversity Plan Template
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- San Diego, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFSOQ from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Tiana Cruz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFSOQ?
Most government agencies, including San Diego County in CA, 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 RFSOQ 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 Tiana Cruz at (858) 588-1237. 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 Approach, Organizational Capability Experience and Qualifications, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Diego County?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 26, 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 RFSOQ?
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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan (PC611), Nondis. Review the full document from San Diego 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: San Diego, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.