Thurston County Public Health and Social Services 2026-2027 Behavioral Health Community Grants RFP
Thurston CountyCounty · Olympia, WA- Due
- Nov 30, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Chélyn Sowers
The 30-second brief
Thurston County is seeking proposals for innovative behavioral health services, including mental health and substance use treatment. Eligible respondents include tribes, non-profits, and for-profit entities for a two-year contract term.
Application and Certification Form, Typed responses to application questions, Evidence-based practice citations, Outcome measurement plan
Importance to Community (25), Access and Engagement (20), Project Design (20), Impact (15), Organizational Capacity (10), Cost Effectiveness (10)
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Summary
Thurston County is seeking proposals for innovative behavioral health services, including mental health and substance use treatment. Eligible respondents include tribes, non-profits, and for-profit entities for a two-year contract term.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Application and Certification Form
- Typed responses to application questions
- Evidence-based practice citations
- Outcome measurement plan
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Application and Certification Form, Letter of Support
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Thurston County, WA
- Reported agency
- Thurston County Public Health and Social Services
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Thurston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2025. 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Chélyn Sowers.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Thurston County in WA, 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 Chélyn Sowers. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Application and Certification Form, Typed responses to application questions, Evidence-based practice citations, Outcome measurement plan. 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: "Importance to Community (25), Access and Engagement (20), Project Design (20), Impact (15), Organizational Capacity (10), Cost Effectiveness (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Thurston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Thurston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Thurston 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 2 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: Application and Certification Form, Letter of Support. Review the full document from Thurston 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: Thurston County, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.