REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (RFSQ) 13273

PROBATION DEPARTMENT

LESS RESTRICTIVE PROGRAMMING (LRP) HOUSING AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES

June 22, 2026

A. KEY INFORMATION

1. The County of San Diego is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from firms interested in providing Less

Restrictive Programming (LRP) Housing and Supportive Services (“Offerors”).

1.1. Offerors found to be qualified as a result of this RFSQ will be eligible for award of as-needed contracts for Less

Restrictive Programming (LRP) Housing and Supportive Services. The contract term of resulting contracts is anticipated to be an initial (base) period of one (1) year with four (4) one-year options.

1.2. Pricing will not be evaluated as part of this solicitation. Following the evaluation of SOQs, the County will initiate negotiations with qualified offeror(s) to establish a contract with pricing that is fair and reasonable to the County. If a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached, negotiations will be terminated.

2. The County has posted this solicitation on its official BuyNet website at https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/. In order to see all information related to this RFSQ, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Offerors must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet.

3. The Contracting Officer for this solicitation is Vanessa Rios, Procurement Contracting Specialist, (vanessac.rios@sdcounty.ca.gov)

4. Schedule: This timeline is subject to change at any time, at the County’s sole discretion. The County will issue an addendum for changes to the Pre-SOQ Conference date, Questions due date, or SOQ due date.

Event Description Date and Time (San Diego Time) Pre-SOQ’s Conference July 8, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

Questions due July 13, 2026 prior to 5:00 p.m.

SOQ’s due August 10, 2026 prior to 3:00 p.m.

5. Pre-SOQ Conference. The County will hold a pre-SOQ conference by Video/Teleconference using the Microsoft Teams platform on the Date and Time listed in the Schedule. To participate, join the virtual conference at: Microsoft Teams Meeting Invite Link. The County will provide an overview of the RFSQ process and may provide a program/technical overview and other information. Attendance at the pre-SOQ conference is encouraged but not mandatory.

6. Questions:

6.1. Offerors should submit all Questions, including requests for clarification related to definition or interpretation of this RFSQ, in writing by the Date and Time specified in the Schedule. Questions should be submitted via BuyNet, by sending a message to the Contracting Officer through the “Discussions” functionality.

6.2. Non-Offerors should direct inquiries regarding this solicitation to the Contracting Officer

7. Table of Contents:

A. Key Information B. RFSQ Instructions and Rules C. Evaluation Criteria D. Submittal Items E. Required Forms

MAGGIE RAMSBERGER

INTERIM DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT OF PURCHASING AND CONTRACTING

5560 OVERLAND AVENUE, SUITE 270, SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92123-1204

Phone (858) 505-6367 Fax (858) 715-6452

BRENDA MILLER

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

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COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO – REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS (RFSQ 13273)

F. Statement of Work G. Payment Schedule H. Draft Agreement

B. RFSQ INSTRUCTIONS AND RULES

1. INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A SOQ

1.1. It is the Offeror’s responsibility to submit a SOQ based on the most current RFSQ, addenda thereto, responses to Questions, any other information posted on BuyNet; any diligence material made available by the County. Offerors are advised to regularly check BuyNet for information. The County has no obligation to contact Offerors directly with any such RFSQ-related information.

1.1.1. In order to see all information related to this RFSQ, to submit Questions, and to receive notifications of updates, Offerors must select “Participate in RFx” for this solicitation in BuyNet.

1.2. Forms required to be submitted with Offerors response to this RFSQ are included in this RFSQ or posted on the County’s web site at https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/purchasing/purchasing-forms.html.

1.2.1. Posted forms may be updated from time to time. Unless otherwise specified, offerors may submit the version of a form in place as of the date of the posting of this RFSQ or any later version.

1.3. Offerors are advised to allow for sufficient time to obtain all necessary documents and forms, resolve any technical difficulties obtaining or completing documents or forms, and, if necessary, obtain documents and forms by an alternate method. If you are unable to download documents or forms, you may request a hard copy or technical assistance from Purchasing and Contracting’s front desk or contact clerical support at (858) 505-6367.

1.4. Offeror must submit a complete original SOQ in accordance with the format provided in this solicitation to the County of San Diego, Department of Purchasing and Contracting, through electronic upload to BuyNet before the Date and Time listed in Schedule.

1.4.1. If Offeror is unable to submit via BuyNet for any reason, Offeror may submit by providing the Purchasing and Contracting front desk with either (i) electronic files on CD/DVD or, (ii) a printed SOQ. Offeror must prominently mark such submissions with the RFSQ number on the outside of the packaging. Please use this method only if unable to submit through BuyNet.

1.4.2. When submitting via BuyNet, Offerors are advised to allow for sufficient time to submit by an alternate method in the event of technical difficulties.

1.4.3. For SOQs submitted electronically through BuyNet, the time on the BuyNet server shall be considered the official time for the purpose of determining timely submittal.

1.4.4. For SOQs submitted at the Purchasing and Contracting front desk, the time stamp at the front desk shall be considered the official time for the purpose of determining timely submittal.

1.4.5. In the event of multiple submittals of an original SOQ by an Offeror, the County will only consider the most recent submittal submitted before the due date and time. The County will not review or consider previous submittals, whether submitted at the front desk or through BuyNet.

Offerors are strongly encouraged to submit only one original SOQ and to withdraw or replace any previous submittals in the event they update their SOQ. SOQs may be found non-conforming if the County is unable to determine which SOQ is the most recent, timely submittal.

1.5. A SOQ that is untimely or otherwise not submitted in conformance with 1.4 above will not be considered for award unless: it is received before award is made; the County determines that it is in its best interest to accept the SOQ; and

1.5.1. It is determined by the County that the late receipt was due solely to mishandling by the County, or

1.5.2. No timely and conforming SOQ was submitted.

1.6. SOQs may not be modified after the due date, except for modifications resulting from the Contracting Officer’s request for a revised SOQ, Best and Final Offer (BAFO), or an addendum to the SOQ.

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1.7. SOQs may be withdrawn by written notice signed by a duly authorized representative of Offeror if received prior to Notice of Intent to Award. After Notice of Intent to Award, all SOQs constitute firm offers, subject to negotiation, that will remain open and cannot be revoked, withdrawn, or modified for a period of six (6) months.

1.7.1. All SOQs become the property of the County upon submission. An Offeror may request the return of its SOQ upon withdrawal, which return the County may grant or deny in its sole discretion.

1.8. By submitting a SOQ, Offeror agrees to these RFSQ Instructions and Rules and all other terms of this

RFSQ.

2. QUESTIONS

2.1. Offerors shall direct requests for explanation regarding the RFSQ or related documents to the Contracting

Officer in writing as a question (“Question”). Submit Questions by sending a message to the Contracting Officer through the “Discussions” functionality in BuyNet.

2.2. The County may choose not to respond to Questions received after the date and time stated Schedule.

Offeror is responsible for ensuring that Questions are received by the County.

3. SOQ FORMAT

3.1. Submit electronic SOQs as files in .pdf format, except where specified otherwise. For pages other than signature pages, converted and searchable formats are preferred.

3.2. SOQs shall be formatted to print on 8-1/2” x 11” page size, with no less than ½” margins and eleven (11) point font and to be suitable for black and white reproduction with no loss of information.

3.3. All SOQs shall be signed with a handwritten signature by an authorized officer or employee of the Offeror.

3.3.1. Electronic or digital signatures will not be accepted.

3.3.2. Pages requiring signatures must be scanned from an original handwritten signature. If Offerors are unable to submit a .pdf with scanned signatures, Offerors may optionally submit clear pictures of signature pages containing original handwritten signatures.

4. SOQ ORGANIZATION

4.1. Your SOQ must be organized in accordance with the Submittal Items in this RFSQ.

4.1.1. Content shall be organized to correspond to the applicable exhibit and question or item within each exhibit.

4.1.2. Offerors shall separate each exhibit into one or more files, clearly named as to the exhibit and order.

4.1.3. Pages shall be consecutively numbered within each exhibit at the bottom or top margin of each page.

4.2. Confidential/Proprietary information:

4.2.1. The County is a public agency subject to the California Public Records Act, Government Code § 7920.000, et seq. Some or all of the documents submitted in response to this RFSQ may be subject to disclosure, and the County intends to publish any resulting contracts to its public website.

4.2.2. It is Offeror's responsibility to identify and separate into a "CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY” exhibit and to provide a signed Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement for:

4.2.2.1. all confidential information that should be protected from disclosure, including PI (Personal Information), PII (Personally Identifiable Information), or PHI (Protected Health Information), and

4.2.2.2. any proprietary or other information Offeror determines is exempt from disclosure under the California Public Records Act and wishes to protect from disclosure.

4.2.3. The “CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY” exhibit must be clearly labeled with all pages marked as “CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY”

4.2.4. Refence material in the “CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY” exhibit where it is needed to respond to a Submittal Item (for example “See response 1 contained within the “CONFIDENTIAL/PROPRIETARY” exhibit” for staff Social Security numbers”).

4.2.5. If the County determines that a submission improperly designates information as confidential or proprietary, the County may, at its sole discretion: (i) deem the information releasable; (ii) declare the submission non-conforming/non-responsive; (iii) remove such information, or (iv) take any other appropriate action. (Note: pricing and terms and conditions are generally not considered confidential under the California Public Records Act).

5. SOQ EVALUATION

5.1. Evaluations shall be based on the criteria contained in the Evaluation Criteria and Submittal Items to determine the SOQs(s) that provide the best value to the County.

5.2. The County shall have the discretion, but not the obligation, to construe any submission as non-conforming and ineligible for consideration if it does not conform to the requirements of this Request for SOQs. The County shall also have the discretion to waive any irregularities or deviations from the requirements of this Request for SOQs in any submission.

5.3. Reserved.

5.4. Reserved.

5.5. During evaluation, County may appropriately consider the sustainability and social, human health, environmental, and economic impact of Offeror’s proposed products and approach to providing goods and services, in accordance with Board Policy B-67. Therefore, Offerors are encouraged to include relevant information in their SOQs.

5.6. During evaluation, the County may appropriately evaluate the cultural competency of Offeror and Offeror’s proposed approach to providing goods and services. Therefore, Offerors are encouraged to include relevant information in their SOQs.

5.7. Reserved.

5.8. In evaluating an Offeror’s ability to satisfy the requirements of this RFSQ and any resulting contract, the County may also consider any parent, subsidiary, or related legal entity of Offeror, including, without limitation, a legal entity that Offeror acquired or merged with or will use as a guarantor in providing services to the County.

6. EVALUATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

6.1. SOQs received, including any additions, revisions, and clarifications, will be evaluated by a Qualifications

Evaluation Committee (QEC) appointed by a Source Selection Authority(s) (SSA). The County may evaluate information known to the County, in addition to the information provided in response to the

RFSQ.

6.2. The County reserves the right to request clarification and/or additional information (“Clarification”) from Offerors. The Contracting Officer will determine the appropriate means of requesting and obtaining Clarification, which may include telephonic communication, email, letter, presentation, oral interview, or an addendum or revision to the SOQ. The County may invite Offerors to make presentations to, or participate in interviews with, the County at a date, time, and location determined by the County.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, the County is not obligated to seek Clarification, therefore Offerors are advised to submit complete and accurate information in their SOQs.

6.3. At any point in the evaluation process, the County may determine that a SOQ is unacceptable in any area or that a SOQ is no longer in the competitive range, and no longer consider it for award. In such cases, the Contracting Officer will attempt to notify the Offeror.

6.4. At any point in the evaluation process, the County may hold discussions with one or more Offerors in the competitive range. Discussions may include requests for revised SOQs, Best and Final Offers (BAFOs), or addenda to the SOQ that may contain additional selection factors.

6.5. The QEC may recommend to the SSA that award be made to one or more Offerors. After receipt and approval of the SSA’s decision, the Contracting Officer will post a Notice of Intent to Award (NOI).

6.6. Upon posting of the NOI, the County will enter into contract finalization negotiations with the selected Offeror(s) and, upon successful completion, award a contract(s).

6.7. The County may rescind or modify the NOI at any time due to unsuccessful negotiations or if the County otherwise determines that it is in its best interest to do so.

6.8. The actual timing and sequence of events resulting from this RFSQ shall ultimately be determined by the County, in its sole discretion. The County may, at any time cancel this RFSQ, reject all SOQs, restart evaluations, modify or replace the membership of the SSC, or correct any deficiencies in the procurement process or evaluation.

7. DEBRIEF AND REVIEW OF CONTRACT FILES

7.1. After an Offeror has been notified by the Contracting Officer that that Offeror’s SOQ is no longer being considered for award, the Offeror may request a debriefing from the Contracting Officer. For debriefings held prior to contract execution, the Offeror will be limited to a review of the information pertaining to the County’s evaluation of their own SOQ, in accordance with Section 9.4 of these RFSQ Instructions and Rules. After contract execution, debriefings may include review of other SOQs, the Source Selection Committee Report, and other releasable documents.

8. PROTEST PROCEDURE

8.1. Board Policy A-97 sets forth the procedures for the filing and resolution of protests related to this RFSQ.

Board Policy A-97 is available from the Clerk of the Board, 1600 Pacific Highway, San Diego, CA 92101, or on the County’s website at https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/cob/ocd.html .

8.2. All protests must be filed in accordance with Board Policy A-97, which requires, among other things, that a protest must be filed timely, be submitted in writing to the Contracting Officer identified in the solicitation package, and be based on a protestable action and established grounds for protest.

9. COUNTY COMMITMENT

9.1. This RFSQ does not commit the County to award a contract, nor does it commit the County to pay any of

Offeror’s costs incurred in the preparation or submission of the SOQ. Further, no reimbursable cost may be incurred in anticipation of a contract award.

9.2. Neither Offeror nor any of its representatives shall have any claims whatsoever against the County or any of its respective officials, agents, or employees arising out of or relating to this RFSQ or these procedures (other than those arising under a definitive contract with Offeror in accordance with the terms thereof).

9.3. The County reserves the right to separately procure the same or similar goods or services.

9.4. The County may withhold all information regarding this procurement until after negotiations are complete, including, but not limited to: the number of SOQs received; the identity of Offeror(s); the content of SOQs;

the County’s evaluation and results thereof; and, the identity of the members of the SSC. Information releasable after the conclusion of negotiations is subject to the disclosure requirements and withholding exemptions of the California Public Records Act.

9.5. Pursuant to County Charter §§ 703.10 and 916, award of a contract resulting from this RFSQ may be subject to the County’s requirement to determine that the services can be provided more economically and efficiently by an independent contractor than by persons employed in the Classified Service.

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9.6. In the event that an Offeror is involved in a merger, acquisition, or other change in control, the County reserves the right to award a contract to a resulting entity.

10. DILIGENCE AND DUTY TO INQUIRE

10.1. Should an Offeror find discrepancies in or omissions from, or be in doubt as to the meaning of, the RFSQ or related documents, Offeror shall have a duty to submit a Question to the County.

10.2. Offerors are expected to perform reasonable due diligence with regard to this RFSQ and the work required, including, but not limited to, information that is publicly or otherwise reasonably available and, if applicable, information that can be obtained during a site visit (including verification of measurements, conditions, and other attributes). Neither the selected Offeror(s), nor any Offerors, shall be entitled to any price adjustment or other relief based upon information that was discovered or should have been discovered through due diligence.

10.3. The County makes no representation or warranty, express or implied, as to the accuracy or completeness of any diligence material or other information provided by the County or any of its agents, representatives, contractors or consultants. Such information may reflect good faith assumptions, estimates, or projections, which may or may not prove to be correct.

10.4. Offeror should not rely upon oral statements made or explanations given by the County, including any oral responses to Questions or other inquiries. No prior, current, or post award communication(s) with any officer, agent, or employee of the County shall affect or modify any terms or requirements of this RFSQ, except as explicitly provided for in this RFSQ.

11. OFFEROR COMMUNICATIONS

11.1. All communications from the Offeror (including its employees, agents, and representatives) to the County or its officers and employees (including consultants working on or assisting with this procurement), related to this RFSQ or the Offeror’s SOQ, must be directed in writing exclusively to the Contracting Officer, unless otherwise authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer. Offerors shall not communicate with or attempt to contact any other County personnel about this solicitation, except as otherwise allowed for in this RFSQ or by law. Any improper contact may, at the County’s sole discretion, cause the Offeror to be removed from consideration for contract award.

11.2. If Offeror issues any public announcement, or otherwise engages in communication that, in the County’s sole determination, compromises the integrity of this RFSQ process or attempts to restrain competition, Offeror may be removed from consideration for award.

11.3. Audio and/or video recording of pre-SOQ conferences, presentations, discussions, negotiations, debriefings, or other communications with the County regarding this RFSQ are prohibited, unless specifically authorized in writing by the Contracting Officer.

12. SOLICITING EMPLOYEES

12.1. Until contract award, Offerors shall not, directly or indirectly, solicit any employee of the County to leave the County’s employ in order to accept employment with the Offeror, its affiliates, actual or prospective contractors, or any person acting in concert with the Offeror without prior written approval of the County’s Contracting Officer. This paragraph does not prevent the employment by an Offeror of a County employee who has initiated contact with the Offeror.

13. PROHIBITED CONTRACTS AND SUBCONTRACTS

13.1. In accordance with Section 67 of the San Diego County Administrative Code, the County shall not contract with, and shall reject any bid or proposal submitted by the person or entities specified below, unless the Board of Supervisors finds that special circumstances exist which justify the approval of such contract:

13.1.1. Persons employed by the County or of public agencies for which the Board of Supervisors is the governing body;

13.1.2. Profit making firms or businesses in which employees described in subsection 13.1.1 serve as officers, principals, partners or major shareholders;

13.1.3. Persons who, within the immediately preceding twelve (12) months, came within the provisions of subsection 13.1.1, and who (1) were employed in positions of substantial responsibility in the area of service to be performed by the contract, or (2) participated in any way in developing the contract or its service specifications; and

13.1.4. Profit making firms or businesses in which the former employees described in subsection 13.1.3 serve as officers, principals, partners or major shareholders.

13.2. Per Board Policy A-79, a successful Offeror that is a non-profit corporation shall not subcontract any work under the agreement with a related for-profit subcontractor where an interlocking directorate, management, or ownership relationship exists, unless specifically authorized by the Board of Supervisors.

13.3. Offeror certifies that if awarded a contract under this RFSQ, such contract will be in compliance with Sections 13.1 and 13.2 above. Offeror shall promptly notify the County of any change in circumstance affecting these provisions.

14. CALIFORNIA REVENUE & TAXATION CODE § 18662

14.1. In compliance with California Revenue and Taxation Code § 18662, if Offeror is a non-resident of

California (out-of-state invoices) that receives California source income and has not completed Franchise Tax Board Form 590, there may be a backup withholding on all payments. Fifteen (15) business days prior to the first payment from the County, new suppliers, or suppliers with expired forms or forms with incorrect information, must submit new forms to the County (forms are available from the Franchise Tax Board website listed below).

14.2. Under certain circumstances, Offerors may be eligible for reduced or waived nonresident withholding. If Offeror has already received a waiver or a reduced withholding response from the State of California and the response remains valid, Offeror should submit the response to the County in lieu of the forms. Failure to submit the required forms will result in withholding of payments. Offerors should access the Franchise Tax Board websites, listed below, for tax forms and relevant information regarding non-resident withholding, including waivers or reductions. The County will not give Offerors any tax advice. It is recommended that Offerors speak with their tax advisers and/or the State of California for guidance.

Franchise Tax Board Websites:

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14.3. If selected for award, the Offeror must submit applicable forms to the Auditor & Controller via fax, at

(858) 694-2060, or mail originals to: County of San Diego, 5530 Overland Avenue, Suite 410, San Diego, CA 92123. The P.O. Number or Contract Number (if available) and “California Revenue and Taxation Code § 18662” must appear on fax cover sheet and/or the outside of the mailing envelope.

15. W-9 FORM

15.1. If selected for award, the Offeror must complete and submit a W-9 form if a current form is not on file with the County.

16. PREVAILING WAGE

16.1. Reserved.

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C. EVALUATION CRITERIA

SOQ Evaluation Criteria

The evaluation criteria listed below are in descending order of importance by paragraph, not subparagraph, and will be considered in the evaluation of the Offeror’s written and oral SOQs accordingly. SOQs should give clear, concise information in sufficient detail to allow an evaluation based on these criteria.

Mandatory minimum requirements for eligibility are included in the evaluation criteria. Failure to satisfy these mandatory minimum requirements will be considered disqualifying, and the SOQ will not be considered for award.

Criteria Key factors include, but are not limited to:

Mandatory Minimum Requirements • Pass / Fail

Program Design and Approach

• Offeror’s acceptance of the proposed Statement of

Work (SOW).

• Offeror’s methodology and approach demonstrates the ability to provide equitable and sustainable services as outlined in the SOW and to meet the goals and outcome objectives effectively and efficiently.

Organizational Capability, Experience, and Qualifications

• Offeror’s experience and knowledge operating and managing community‑based housing for youth, including Less Restrictive Programming Services, Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program Services, transitional housing, emergency shelter, and providing structured programming and supportive services to justice involved youth. Include how the organization’s framework supports the program’s goals and outcomes.

• Offeror’s experience providing services to justice-involved youth.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions • Overall risk to the County resulting from Offeror’s agreement with, or exception to the Terms and Conditions and Insurance.

Organizational Stability and Risk • Offeror’s fiscal stability, contract performance, and litigation history.

D. SUBMITTAL ITEMS

SOQs should give clear, concise information in sufficient detail and in the order presented below to allow for a comprehensive evaluation. The County shall have the discretion, but not the obligation, to construe any submission as non-conforming and ineligible for consideration if it does not conform to the Submittal Requirements described by these Submittal Items. The County shall also have the discretion to waive any irregularities or variances from these Submittal Items in any submission and/or seek Clarification.

Offeror’s response to these Submittal Items shall be no more than twenty (20) pages, excluding disclosures, financials, sample reports, and required attachments.

1) EXHIBIT 1 - REQUIRED FORMS

1.1 Submit a completed and signed Offeror’s Cover Page (PC600) form

• Required for all Offerors

• located at:

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC600_dpc_Offerors_Cover_Page.pdf

1.2 Submit a completed and signed Representations and Certifications form (PC601)

• Required for all Offerors

• located at:

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC601_dpc_Reps_and_Certs.pdf

1.3 Submit a completed and signed Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610)

• All Offerors are encouraged to complete this form to support County data collection.

• located at:

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC610_dpc_Small_Local_Self_Cert.pdf

1.4 Confirm understanding and acceptance “YES/NO” of Small-Local Business Subcontractor Participation

Requirements:

YES ☐ NO ☐

• As this contract is an indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity contract, Small-Local Business Subcontractor Participation Requirements as set forth in Board Policy B-53 apply at the time of task order issuance, based on the value of an individual task order. Offeror does not need to submit a Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan with its submittal. The draft agreement contains a link to the form the successful offeror must use to submit its Small-Local Business Subcontractor Utilization Plan for individual task orders. Where the value of services for a task order exceeds $1 million in annual value, the successful offeror must demonstrate that it (i) will either meet or exceed a 3% Small-Local Business Subcontractor Participation Requirement or show a good faith effort to do so, or (ii) is exempt from the Small-Local Business Subcontractor Participation Requirements.

1.5 Submit a completed and signed Nondisclosure Indemnification Agreement (PC620) (if applicable).

• Required if submitting Confidential/Proprietary Information (see RFSQ Instructions and Rules section

4.2)

• located at:

https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/dam/sdc/purchasing/docs/PC620_dpc_Nondisclosure_Indemnity.pdf

2) EXHIBIT 2 – PROGRAM/TECHNICAL EXHIBIT

Section 2A: Mandatory Minimum Requirements (Pass/Fail)

2.1 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization’s Interim Housing facility locations are located within San Diego County, accessible by public transportation, and compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

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2.2 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will provide 24/7 staffing coverage, including a live-in House Manager at each site, with additional on-site coverage when the House Manager is off-site.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.3 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization’s facilities meet all required licensing and regulatory requirements, including CDSS, Title 15, Title 22, Title 24, ADA, Fire and Life safety, sanitation, and structural standards.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.4 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will maintain a zero-tolerance policy for drugs, alcohol, violence, threats of violence, and criminal activity, and will report violations to Probation within required timeframes, including calling 911 for emergencies.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.5 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will cooperate with Probation site inspections.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.6 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will permit Probation to conduct Fourth Waiver searches of youth and youth-accessible areas as required by the contract.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.7 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization prohibits overnight guests anywhere on the premises, including youth and staff areas.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.8 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization can meet gender-appropriate housing requirements, including individualized assessment and safety considerations for transgender youth.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.9 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization has internal financial controls for flexible funds, including receipts, tracking logs, Contracting Officer Representative (COR) pre-approval for restricted items, and safeguards against misappropriation.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.10 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will bill Medi-Cal for all eligible clients and services and will not seek County reimbursement for Medi-Cal-covered services.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.11 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will utilize Probation’s Community Resource Directory (CRD) for referrals, attendance, reporting, and communication with Probation Officers.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

2.12 Confirm (YES / NO) that your organization will comply with all confidentiality and data security requirements, including CJIS/CLETS/CJI security standards, HIPAA, PREA, and County IT/data policies.

YES ☐ NO ☐ (DISQUALIFYING)

Section 2B: Program Design and Approach

2.13 Provide a statement that Offeror has read, understands, and accepts the Exhibit A – Statement of Work (SOW). If Offeror does not accept all portions of the SOW, then provide a marked up redline version of the SOW that provides applicable alternative language with an explanation to support any alternative standards/language being proposed. Failure to specifically reject a proposed requirement(s) will be deemed an acceptance of such requirement. Note: Non-acceptance of Statement of Work is evaluated as unfavorable and will be rated as such.

2.14 Describe how your program will provide equitable and sustainable safe, stable, and supportive housing in alignment with the Exhibit A - Statement of Work. Include how your organization will align with the Stepping Home Model and positive youth development principles, enforce house rules and grievance procedures, orient new clients, provide hygiene supplies and meals or food cards, ensure secure storage of client belongings, and maintain regular laundry and facility upkeep.

2.15 Describe your program’s plan to deliver structured programming (minimum six (6) hours per week) and group sessions. Describe how life skills, workforce preparation, education support, and family engagement contacts will be integrated into the youth’s ISP and documented. Include how staff qualifications and training will ensure fidelity to evidence-informed models.

2.16 Describe how your program will support youth engagement in school, vocational programs, job searches, applications, and employment readiness activities. Describe how you will ensure consistent attendance, monitor progress, coordinate with schools, and document outcomes in the IRP/ISP.

2.17 Describe how your program will support youth preparing for transition or discharge, including development of transition plans, warm handoffs to ECM/MCP and community providers, assistance with education and employment pathways, and applications for public benefits. Describe how the Contingency Housing Protocol will be activated when youth do not have confirmed housing.

2.18 Describe your program’s plan for emergency preparedness and response. Describe how you will ensure client safety during emergencies, including relocation procedures, supply management, and how services will continue if operations are disrupted.

2.19 If the offeror also houses adult participants, the offeror shall provide a detailed plan describing how adult and youth program participants will be kept physically and programmatically separate at all times. The plan must address, at minimum, facility layout, staffing patterns, scheduling, supervision protocols, and any additional operational strategies used to ensure complete separation of adult and youth populations.

2.20 Provide a plan for program implementation. Include a Gantt chart (or a similar type of chart), with start dates and completion dates for all the actions leading up to a fully functioning program. The chart should show actions required, strategies employed, responsibilities (persons, organizations, agencies), dependencies (actions which must be completed before subsequent actions may be initiated or completed), and milestones (significant actions and dates in the implementation). Timeline shall extend through when first client is seen.

Section 2C: Organizational Capability, Experience, and Qualifications

2.21 Describe your organization’s background and experience operating youth residential programs or similar service models. Including how many years your organization has provided experience providing residential services, LRPs, STRTPs, transitional housing, emergency shelter, or programs serving justice-involved youth. Explain the types of individuals or populations you have served, such as youth on probation or youth with behavioral health needs. Also describe the size of your program, including the typical number of beds available and the average number of clients served at one time and/or per year.

2.22 Provide an organizational chart and résumés and/or biographies for key personnel, including House Managers, supervisors, Clinical Case Managers, and direct care staff. Include a description of staff roles and responsibilities, how onsite staff will meet required staffing ratios, and how coverage will be maintained when the House Manager is off-site. In addition, include a sample policy that outlines how your organization manages staff vacancies to ensure continuity of services.

2.23 Describe your staff training plan, including how your organization will ensure staff receive training in trauma-informed care, PREA compliance, cultural responsiveness, and CLAS standards.

2.24 Submit completed Human Resource Plan, Emergency Intervention & Relocation Plan and Contingency Housing Protocol, Zero-Tolerance Policy (including drug testing, notification procedures, and emergency response), Visitation Policy, House Rules and grievance procedures, Orientation Agenda, Cultural & Linguistic Diversity Plan, policies for incident reporting, AWOL response, critical incident notification, and

4th Waiver search coordination, and confidentiality and information-sharing policies consistent with Local Rules of Court and consent requirements.

2.25 Provide a Facility Matrix that lists each site’s address, capacity, gender configuration, ADA accessibility features, and proximity to public transportation. Attach copies of fire, health, and occupancy permits for each facility.

2.26 References: Provide a minimum of three (3) positive business references for the Offeror’s most relevant similar projects or programs within the past three (3) years. References should not include San Diego Probation Staff. Each reference should be summarized in no more than one (1) page and should include the following:

2.26.1 Reference name and type of business.

2.26.2 Reference address, telephone number and email address.

2.26.3 Information for a contact person representing the reference (name, title, telephone number and email address). The reference contact person should be familiar with the Offeror and the Offeror’s experience and performance.

2.26.4 Brief statement of the reference’s relationship to the Offeror and the period of the relationship.

2.26.5 A summary of the work performed including:

2.26.5.1 Description of work.

2.26.5.2 Contract term and fee.

2.26.5.3 Confirmation if the program services were completed with the original contract fee and term.

2.26.5.3.1 If NO, describe reasons.

The County will make reasonable attempts to contact any reference and the inability to contact a reference may be treated as an unfavorable reference for evaluation purposes. An unfavorable response is a response from a listed reference stating that they would not enlist the company to perform services again in the future, or comments provided that the County deems to be substantially negative or reflective of substandard service.

The County reserves the right to contact County departments or any other agency for which a company has previously performed under contract. The County also reserves the right to make its own inquiries to other sources for which services have been performed but are not listed. The County may, at its sole discretion, disqualify a contractor if responses are considered unfavorable.

2.27 Indicate whether the Offeror is currently contracted as a justice-involved Enhanced Care Management (ECM) provider. If the Offeror is not currently contracted but intends to become one, provide an implementation plan that demonstrates how the organization will obtain ECM provider status within twelve

(12) months of contract execution.

2.28 Describe your organization’s ability to coordinate with Medi-Cal managed care plans and Enhanced Care Management or Community Support providers under CalAIM to ensure eligible clients are connected to appropriate services.

Section 2D: Organizational Stability and Risk

2.29 Submit documentation demonstrating fiscal solvency and how Offeror will maintain solvency throughout the contract term. Briefly outline the internal fiscal management process the organization will use to monitor and ensure that County funding and other revenues are adequate to meet program costs.

2.30 Submit, as applicable, the most current un-audited financial statements, to include the Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet) and the Statement of Activities (Income Statement).

2.31 Submit, as applicable, the following information for the last three (3) fiscal years. Annual audit report to include:

2.31.1 Audited financial statements with the applicable notes.

2.31.2 Independent Auditor’s Report on Compliance and Internal Control over Financial Reporting based on an Audit of the Financial Statements in Accordance with Government Accounting Standards.

2.31.3 Independent Auditor’s Statement of Findings and Questioned costs.

2.31.4 Management Letter (if applicable).

2.32 If Offeror does not have audited financial statements, submit un-audited financial statements for the last three

(3) Fiscal Years, to include the Statement of Financial Position (Balance Sheet) and the Statement of Activities (Income Statement).

2.33 Provide documentation that Offeror has sufficient reserves to maintain the program for sixty (60) days.

Documentation may include cash and/or credit reserves.

2.34 Corrective Actions/Non-Compliance: Provide a summary and documentation of contract corrective action/non- compliance and Offeror’s compliance for the last three (3) contract years.

2.34.1 List all corrective actions issued, the agency issuing non-compliance, why the corrective actions were issued, the required corrective timelines, how they were resolved, and if they were resolved within the required timeline.

2.34.2 Provide history of all programs on Corrective Action or Contract Risk Report over last three (3) years including program name, reason for corrective action, and length of time on corrective action.

2.34.3 Provide a detailed listing of any breach or noncompliance, failure, or refusals to complete a contract;

information on early termination and details of any and all liquidated damages assessed by any entity during the last three (3) years.

2.35 Litigation: Provide a description of any litigation and the resolution in the past five (5) years related to the Offeror’s contractual service provisions. Provide a brief explanation of the reasons for the actions, their status, how they were resolved, and if there were any penalties, fines or other actions taken.

2.35.1 Provide a copy of a letter from the Offeror’s attorney and/or in-house legal counsel concerning the status of lawsuits and pending litigation for the most recent fiscal year.

2.35.2 List information concerning the status of any lawsuits and pending litigation of Offeror and principals thereof, and a description of any litigation active in the past five (5) years related to Offeror’s past performance under contracts similar to the one proposed in this RFSQ.

2.35.3 Explain if Offeror, or any of its officers, are presently the subject of any investigation, accusation, or charges by any federal, State, or local law enforcement agency; or licensing/certification body as certified in Paragraph 4.2.3 of the Representations and Certifications form in this packet.

2.35.4 If none, state as such in the submittal response.

3) EXHIBIT 3 – COST/PRICE EXHIBIT

3.1 A Payment Schedule does not need to be submitted with Offeror’s SOQ. Pricing will not be evaluated as part of this qualifications-based selection process. Following the evaluation and ranking of firms, the County will initiate negotiations with the highest-ranked firm(s) to establish a contract with a fee that is fair and reasonable to the public agency. If a satisfactory agreement cannot be reached, negotiations will be terminated and initiated with the next most qualified firm, and so on, until a contract is awarded.

4) EXHIBIT 4 – ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS AND CONDITIONS

4.1 Confirm acceptance “YES/NO” of the County of San Diego’s Draft Agreement (including insurance requirements):

YES ☐ NO ☐

4.1.1 If “NO,” provide a detailed list of exceptions to the Draft Agreement, the nature of its concern, and what terms the Offeror is willing to accept.

Note: The Offeror will be deemed to have accepted any terms and conditions of the Draft Agreement to which it does not take exception to in its proposal. The County may, as part of its evaluation process, conclude that exceptions are so numerous and/or material as to make Offeror’s response to the solicitation unacceptable.

5) EXHIBIT 5 – CONFIDENTIAL PROPRIETARY

5.1 Include any Confidential/Proprietary Information in this exhibit, in accordance with RFSQ Instructions and Rules section 4.2.

E. REQUIRED FORMS

(RESERVED)

F. STATEMENT OF WORK

1. SCOPE OF WORK

Contractor shall provide Less Restrictive Programming (LRP) housing and supportive services for justice-involved youth under the supervision of the County of San Diego (County) Probation Department (Probation). Services shall include safe, structured, trauma informed, and developmentally appropriate housing with integrated case management, life skills training, behavioral health supports, and re-entry assistance. The LRP shall promote rehabilitation, stability, and successful reintegration by engaging youth in education, employment, and community resources, equipping them with essential skills to reduce recidivism and support long-term success.

2. BACKGROUND

2.1. On September 30, 2020, the State of California enacted Senate Bill (SB) 823, known as the Juvenile Justice Realignment Act of 2020. The legislation realigned juvenile commitments from the state, shifting that responsibility for the most serious youth offenders to individual counties. Additionally, the legislation required counties to create Juvenile Justice Realignment Plans, developed by a collaborative team, including the Chief Probation Officer, representatives from courts, district attorney, public defender, probation, social services, mental health, education, and community stakeholders, to ensure a continuum of local facilities, supervision, treatment, education, and re-entry supports.

In 2021, the Legislature followed up with Senate Bill 92 to strengthen realignment. It authorized counties to establish Secure Youth Treatment Facilities (SYTFs) within counties as viable options for youth placement in lieu of the Division of Juvenile Justice. Additionally, the court may order transfer of a youth from an SYTF to a Less Restrictive Program (LRP) such as a halfway house, camp or ranch placement, or community-based residential or non-residential service arrangement. The primary objective of an LRP is to support the youth’s safe and successful reintegration back into their community, with sustained accountability and supervision. Probation seeks to expand community-based alternatives to detention through the provision of LRP programs that provide safe housing, supervision, and supportive services for youth.

Under Welfare & Institutions Code §875(f), when a youth is committed to a secure youth treatment facility, either the probation department or the youth can file a motion to transition the youth to a less restrictive program (LRP) (e.g., halfway house, camp/ranch, or residential/non-residential community program) provided the youth demonstrates substantial progress, the placement aligns with rehabilitation goals and community safety, probation’s recommendations are considered, and necessary support services are included. The Court may, at any regularly scheduled treatment-review hearing or upon motion by the probation department or the ward, order placement of the youth in a LRP.

3. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

3.1. Goals. Contractor shall:

3.1.1. Provide Safe and Supportive Housing. Deliver safe, secure housing that promotes stability and security for Secure Youth Treatment Facility (SYTF) eligible youth.

3.1.2. Support Probation Compliance and Personal Development. Assist youth in meeting probation conditions while supporting educational goals and life skills development.

3.1.3. Facilitate Successful Community Reintegration. Deliver individualized reintegration assistance, along with coordinated family engagement, to promote a safe and effective transition into the community.

3.1.4. Promote Education and Employment Engagement. Connect youth to educational opportunities, vocational training, and employment resources to foster responsibility and independence.

3.1.5. Develop Essential Life Skills. Equip youth with communication, problem-solving, financial literacy, and decision-making skills necessary for long-term success.

3.1.6. Reduce Recidivism. Implement programming that addresses underlying behaviors and supports positive outcomes through rehabilitation, restorative justice, trauma informed behavioral care, substance abuse treatment when appropriate, credible messenger mentorship, and family therapy and reunification services.

3.2. Outcome Objectives

3.2.1. 90% of youth…