San Diego County - Comprehensive HIV Prevention Services for Persons Who Inject Drugs - RFP 13243 (2026)
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Shin
- (619) 780-1932
The 30-second brief
The County of San Diego Department of Public Health Services is seeking proposals for comprehensive HIV prevention services for persons who inject drugs (PWID). The program aims to eliminate HIV transmission through identification of vulnerable individuals, linkage to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and antiretroviral therapy (ART), and referrals to substance use disorder treatment, syringe service programs, and mental health services. Services include blood-based and rapid HIV testing, HCV testing, STI screening (syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia), health education and risk reduction (HERR), and case coordination across all regions of San Diego County. The initial contract term is one year with four one-year options. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for October 9, 2026.
Program Design and Approach, Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Pricing, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of Terms and Conditions and Insurance
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Summary
The County of San Diego Department of Public Health Services is seeking proposals for comprehensive HIV prevention services for persons who inject drugs (PWID).
The program aims to eliminate HIV transmission through identification of vulnerable individuals, linkage to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and antiretroviral therapy (ART), and referrals to substance use disorder treatment, syringe service programs, and mental health services. Services include blood-based and rapid HIV testing, HCV testing, STI screening (syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia), health education and risk reduction (HERR), and case coordination across all regions of San Diego County. The initial contract term is one year with four one-year options. Proposals are due by November 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m., with a virtual pre-proposal conference scheduled for October 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Program Design and Approach
- Organizational Capability
- Experience and Qualifications
- Pricing
- Organizational Stability and Risk
- Acceptance of Terms and Conditions and Insurance
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- San Diego, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Diego County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. For questions, contact John Shin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 John Shin at (619) 780-1932. 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 and Approach, Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Pricing, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of Terms and Conditions and Insurance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 16, 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. 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.