Records Change of Forensic Behavioral.pdf

This is a change of record notice issued by the City of Philadelphia Department of Human Services for a Request for Proposal (RFP) to conduct forensic behavioral health evaluations for child welfare-involved individuals and families. The RFP extends the proposal submission deadline from July 15, 2026, to July 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Philadelphia Time. A pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., with applicant questions due by June 29, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Answers to submitted questions will be posted on July 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The City anticipates applicant interviews and presentations during the week of July 27, 2026, with applicant selection on August 3, 2026, and contract execution and commencement of work on August 14, 2026. The contract term runs from August 14, 2026, through August 13, 2027, with City options to extend for up to four additional one-year terms.

The RFP is open to non-government entities, including individual clinicians, group practices, and agencies that maintain Pennsylvania licensure as psychologists or operate under supervision of licensed psychologists. Qualified applicants must demonstrate current knowledge of evidence-based practices aligned with American Psychological Association guidelines and possess training in child and family development, psychopathology, trauma impact, and child abuse and neglect. The maximum contract value is $500,000 on a fixed-price basis with monthly invoicing and fee-for-service reimbursement. Applicants must propose tiered fee schedules reflecting professional qualifications and time requirements for different evaluation types. The contract requires HIPAA compliance, adherence to Philadelphia tax requirements, and compliance with the 21st Century Minimum Wage and Benefits Standard. Applicants awarded contracts totaling $300,000 or more in a fiscal year must obtain independent audits. Local Business Entity or Local Impact certification under Mayoral Executive Order No. 04-12 is a positive evaluation factor. Contact for inquiries is Dawn Williams-Jones at dawn.williams-jones@phila.gov.