San Diego County Community Input and Planning Services RFSQ 13158 (2026)
San Diego County, San Diego County, CA·County
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- Primary Contact
- Josielyn Kaai · (858) 997-4058
- Contract Term
- 4.5 years
- Scope Location
- San Diego, CA
- Submission Address
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
SUMMARY
San Diego County Department of Behavioral Health Services is issuing a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) 13158 for Community Input and Planning Services. The contractor will establish, organize, and facilitate Community Planning Committees (CPCs) and engagement activities across six distinct lots representing priority populations: Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, LGBTQ+, Tribal, Asian American/NHPI/Immigrant/Refugee, and Justice-impacted/Reentry/Housing-insecure/Veteran communities. Activities include stakeholder engagement, behavioral health planning support under the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA), administering participant supports, conducting outreach, and gathering community feedback. The initial contract term is 6 months with four one-year options. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026, at 12:45 PM. A pre-SOQ conference is scheduled via Microsoft Teams. Evaluation criteria include organizational capability and experience, program approach, organizational stability, and terms acceptance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Program Approach, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of County’s Terms & Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Community Planning Committee (CPC) Establishment & Initial Cohort Development, CPC Participation Retention & Engagement Activities, Community Input & Engagement Activities, CPC Meeting Preparation, Facilitation & Execution, Stakeholder Engagement Coordination Activities, Contract Administration Meetings, Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), Mid-Year Progress Summary & Annual Community Input Report, Participant Supports Administration, Participant Supports Distribution
REQUIRED 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), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
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 September 15, 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://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact Josielyn Kaai.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Program Approach, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of County’s Terms & 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?
All active and historical solicitations from San Diego County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Diego 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 4.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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.
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 Josielyn Kaai at (858) 997-4058. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Community Planning Committee (CPC) Establishment & Initial Cohort Development, CPC Participation Retention & Engagement Activities, Community Input & Engagement Activities, CPC Meeting Preparation, Facilitation & Execution, Stakeholder Engagement Coordination Activities, Contract Administration Meet. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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