San Diego County RFP 13398 - Community Input and Planning Services - BPM013398
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Josielyn Kaai
- (858) 505-6367
The 30-second brief
San Diego County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide community input and planning services for Behavioral Health Services (BHS) under RFP 13398. The scope encompasses establishing, organizing, and facilitating Community Planning Committees (CPCs) for six specific stakeholder population lots: Black/African American communities, Hispanic/Latino communities, LGBTQ+ communities, Tribal communities, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Immigrant, and Refugee communities, and Justice-impacted, Reentry, Housing-insecure, and Veteran communities. Contractors will conduct culturally responsive outreach, manage participant support distributions (e.g., transportation, childcare, meals), collect and report stakeholder feedback, and support behavioral health planning. The anticipated contract term is an initial six-month base period starting January 1, 2027, with four one-year option periods. The estimated budget is $2,875,000 to $3,195,000 per contract year (totaling up to $19,170,000). Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. San Diego Time via BuyNet. A pre-proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on September 23, 2026, and questions are due by September 30, 2026.
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
Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Program Approach, Cost, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of Terms and Conditions and Insurance
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Summary
San Diego County is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide community input and planning services for Behavioral Health Services (BHS) under RFP 13398.
The scope encompasses establishing, organizing, and facilitating Community Planning Committees (CPCs) for six specific stakeholder population lots: Black/African American communities, Hispanic/Latino communities, LGBTQ+ communities, Tribal communities, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, Immigrant, and Refugee communities, and Justice-impacted, Reentry, Housing-insecure, and Veteran communities. Contractors will conduct culturally responsive outreach, manage participant support distributions (e.g., transportation, childcare, meals), collect and report stakeholder feedback, and support behavioral health planning. The anticipated contract term is an initial six-month base period starting January 1, 2027, with four one-year option periods. The estimated budget is $2,875,000 to $3,195,000 per contract year (totaling up to $19,170,000). Proposals are due by October 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. San Diego Time via BuyNet. A pre-proposal conference will be held via Microsoft Teams on September 23, 2026, and questions are due by September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Organizational Capability
- Experience and Qualifications
- Program Approach
- Cost
- Organizational Stability and Risk
- Acceptance of Terms and Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- 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
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, HHSA Cultural & Linguistic Diversity Plan Template (Attachment A), audited or unaudited financial statements for the last three fiscal years
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 54 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 October 30, 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.
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.
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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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, Cost, Organizational Stability and Risk, Acceptance of 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?
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 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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.