San Mateo County Right at Home Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program - Legal Services Provider RFP-00053
San Mateo CountyCounty · Redwood City, CA- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jocelyn Banuelos
- (650) 802-6497
The 30-second brief
The County of San Mateo Human Services Agency (HSA) Center on Homelessness (COH) is soliciting proposals for a Legal Services Provider to implement the Right at Home (RAH) Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program. The selected provider will deliver housing-related legal assistance to approximately 750 households over a three-year period to resolve legal issues threatening housing stability. This initiative is part of a national homelessness prevention program and includes participation in a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) led by the University of Notre Dame's Wilson-Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO). The provider will work within a collaborative network including a Network Coordinator and Supportive Service Providers. Proposals are due by September 29, 2026, at 1 Davis Dr, Belmont, CA. A notice of interest is due by September 15, 2026.
Housing-related legal assistance, Participation in Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT), Participation in national learning collaborative
Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) participation, collaborative network implementation
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Summary
The County of San Mateo Human Services Agency (HSA) Center on Homelessness (COH) is soliciting proposals for a Legal Services Provider to implement the Right at Home (RAH) Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program.
The selected provider will deliver housing-related legal assistance to approximately 750 households over a three-year period to resolve legal issues threatening housing stability. This initiative is part of a national homelessness prevention program and includes participation in a Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) led by the University of Notre Dame's Wilson-Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO). The provider will work within a collaborative network including a Network Coordinator and Supportive Service Providers. Proposals are due by September 29, 2026, at 1 Davis Dr, Belmont, CA. A notice of interest is due by September 15, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) participation, collaborative network implementation
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Housing-related legal assistance
- Participation in Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT)
- Participation in national learning collaborative
- Submit to
- 1 Davis Dr, Belmont, CA, 94002
- Scope location
- San Mateo County, CA
- Reported agency
- County of San Mateo
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Mateo County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1 Davis Dr, Belmont, CA, 94002. For questions, contact Jocelyn Banuelos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Mateo 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 Jocelyn Banuelos at (650) 802-6497. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Housing-related legal assistance, Participation in Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT), Participation in national learning collaborative. 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: "Randomized Controlled Trial (RCT) participation, collaborative network implementation" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Mateo County?
All active and historical solicitations from San Mateo County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, San Mateo 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 3 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. Review the full document from San Mateo 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 Mateo County, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.