Whatcom County RFP 25-78 Healthy Children's Fund Doula Services
Whatcom CountyCounty · Bellingham, WA- Due
- Nov 4, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Allison Williams
The 30-second brief
Whatcom County is seeking proposals from qualified doulas to provide birth and postpartum doula services to Medicaid-eligible families, and/or referral coordination and mentorship services to other contracted doulas. The RFP details the scope of work, eligibility requirements, program expectations, and the procurement process.
Birth and postpartum doula services, Referral coordination, Mentorship services
Organizational Profile, Letter of Interest, Management Proposal, Service Proposal, Cost Proposal, References
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Summary
Whatcom County is seeking proposals from qualified doulas to provide birth and postpartum doula services to Medicaid-eligible families, and/or referral coordination and mentorship services to other contracted doulas.
The RFP details the scope of work, eligibility requirements, program expectations, and the procurement process.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Organizational Profile
- Letter of Interest
- Management Proposal
- Service Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- References
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Birth and postpartum doula services
- Referral coordination
- Mentorship services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Application Cover Sheet, Attachment B – Common Application
REQUIRED STAFFING
4- Submit to
- 311 Grand Ave., Suite 503, Bellingham, WA 98225
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Whatcom County
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Whatcom County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 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: 311 Grand Ave., Suite 503, Bellingham, WA 98225. For questions, contact Allison Williams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Whatcom 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 Allison Williams. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Birth doula, postpartum doula, doula coordinator, doula mentor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Birth and postpartum doula services, Referral coordination, Mentorship services. 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 Profile, Letter of Interest, Management Proposal, Service Proposal, Cost Proposal, References" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Whatcom County?
All active and historical solicitations from Whatcom County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Whatcom 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 1 year. 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: Attachment A – Application Cover Sheet, Attachment B – Common Application. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Whatcom 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: Whatcom County. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.