San Diego County RFP 13341 - Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation (BPSR) Wellness Recovery Centers - 2026
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 33 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Josielyn Kaai
- (858) 505-6367
The 30-second brief
The County of San Diego Department of Behavioral Health Services is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide integrated behavioral health outpatient treatment, rehabilitation services, and Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation (BPSR) Wellness Recovery Centers. Services target adults, older adults, and Transition Age Youth (TAY) age 18 and older who have experienced serious mental illness (SMI), including those with co-occurring substance use conditions, who are enrolled in or eligible for Medi-Cal, or who are uninsured or underinsured with incomes below 200% of the federal poverty level. The procurement covers four lots across Central and South regions of San Diego County, with contracts structured as a one-year base term and four one-year options. Estimated maximum contract amounts range from approximately $16.2 million to $31.1 million depending on the lot. Requirements include evidence-based practices, walk-in services, mobile outreach, care coordination, culturally responsive care, and adherence to California Medi-Cal and BHSA standards. Submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. San Diego Time.
Program Approach, Organizational Capability Experience and Qualifications, Cost/Price, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
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Summary
The County of San Diego Department of Behavioral Health Services is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide integrated behavioral health outpatient treatment, rehabilitation services, and Biopsychosocial Rehabilitation (BPSR) Wellness Recovery Centers.
Services target adults, older adults, and Transition Age Youth (TAY) age 18 and older who have experienced serious mental illness (SMI), including those with co-occurring substance use conditions, who are enrolled in or eligible for Medi-Cal, or who are uninsured or underinsured with incomes below 200% of the federal poverty level. The procurement covers four lots across Central and South regions of San Diego County, with contracts structured as a one-year base term and four one-year options. Estimated maximum contract amounts range from approximately $16.2 million to $31.1 million depending on the lot. Requirements include evidence-based practices, walk-in services, mobile outreach, care coordination, culturally responsive care, and adherence to California Medi-Cal and BHSA standards. Submission deadline is December 1, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. San Diego Time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Program Approach
- Organizational Capability Experience and Qualifications
- Cost/Price
- Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- PC600 Offeror's Cover Page
- PC601 Representations and Certifications form
- PC610 Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form
- PC611 Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan
- PC620 Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement
- 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 December 1, 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 Josielyn Kaai.
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 Josielyn Kaai at (858) 505-6367. 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, Cost/Price, 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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: PC600 Offeror's Cover Page, PC601 Representations and Certifications form, PC610 Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form, PC611 Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan, PC620 Nondiscl. 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.