San Diego County RFP 13455 - Consultant Services: Assessment of CalWORKs Employment and Supportive Services, 2026
San Diego CountyCounty · San Diego, CA- Due
- Dec 29, 2026
- 45 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Charmaine Portacio
- (858) 298-5950
The 30-second brief
The County of San Diego Department of Self-Sufficiency Services is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive, independent assessment of California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Employment Services (ES), supportive services, and Refugee Employment Services (RES). The consultant will evaluate existing service-delivery structures, operational processes, workflows, staffing, and caseload dynamics, and provide a detailed comparative analysis of three potential service-delivery models: fully outsourced, hybrid, and fully in-house. The assessment must examine cost implications, fiscal impact, customer experience, equity, operational feasibility, and the likelihood of achieving participant self-sufficiency. Deliverables include a comprehensive assessment plan, baseline data analysis, comparative evaluation reports, draft and final findings, and a Board-ready memorandum. Proposals are due by December 29, 2026, prior to 3:00 p.m., with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 23, 2026, and questions due by November 30, 2026.
Quarterly progress reports, Mid-project findings report, Draft comparative model report, Final comprehensive assessment report, Board-ready memorandum
Organizational Capability, Experience and Qualifications, Program Design and Approach, Organizational Stability and Risk, Cost/Price, Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
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Summary
The County of San Diego Department of Self-Sufficiency Services is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a comprehensive, independent assessment of California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) Employment Services (ES), supportive services, and Refugee Employment Services (RES).
The consultant will evaluate existing service-delivery structures, operational processes, workflows, staffing, and caseload dynamics, and provide a detailed comparative analysis of three potential service-delivery models: fully outsourced, hybrid, and fully in-house. The assessment must examine cost implications, fiscal impact, customer experience, equity, operational feasibility, and the likelihood of achieving participant self-sufficiency. Deliverables include a comprehensive assessment plan, baseline data analysis, comparative evaluation reports, draft and final findings, and a Board-ready memorandum. Proposals are due by December 29, 2026, prior to 3:00 p.m., with a pre-proposal conference scheduled for November 23, 2026, and questions due by November 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Organizational Capability
- Experience and Qualifications
- Program Design and Approach
- Organizational Stability and Risk
- Cost/Price
- Acceptance of County's Terms and Conditions and Insurance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Quarterly progress reports
- Mid-project findings report
- Draft comparative model report
- Final comprehensive assessment report
- Board-ready memorandum
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Offeror's Cover Page (PC600)
- Representations and Certifications form (PC601)
- Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)
- Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620)
- Exhibit C - Payment Schedule
- Draft agreement exceptions (if applicable)
- Submit to
- https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
- Duration
- 12 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 29, 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 Charmaine Portacio.
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 Charmaine Portacio at (858) 298-5950. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quarterly progress reports, Mid-project findings report, Draft comparative model report, Final comprehensive assessment report, Board-ready memorandum. 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 Design and Approach, Organizational Stability and Risk, 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 29, 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: Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications form (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620), Exhibit C - Paymen. 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.
