Stakeholder Engagement
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a contractor to conduct a comprehensive stakeholder engagement project related to the D.S. Lawsuit and Settlement Agreement. The solicitation (RFQQ 26-DCYF-CW-097) requires the selected vendor to solicit, collect, synthesize, and communicate stakeholder input regarding implementation progress and areas of improvement for Kinship Engagement, Family Group Planning, and Referrals and Transitions systemic improvements. Mandatory qualifications include demonstrated expertise working with foster youth within the past five years, professional experience using trauma-informed and culturally responsive methods, and the ability to provide language access and reasonable accommodations. The project will involve conducting a minimum of three virtual listening sessions with youth and four virtual listening sessions with families, tribes, and stakeholders across six geographic regions of Washington State. Evaluation criteria include 205 base points across 14 questions focusing on organizational expertise, technical capabilities, and understanding of child welfare system improvements. Key deadlines include a pre-bid conference on January 13, 2026, the final day for written questions on January 26, 2026, and a response deadline of February 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
The solicitation includes voluntary numerical goals for small and diverse business participation, specifically targeting ten percent Office of Minority and Woman-Owned Businesses, one percent Veteran-Owned Businesses, and twenty percent Washington Small Businesses. Eligible bidders are limited to individual sole proprietors or 501(c) non-profit organizations, with a procurement preference for businesses that do not require mandatory individual arbitration for employees. The total contract value is capped at $200,000, divided into three phases: Phase 1 (project planning) up to $35,000, and Phases 2 and 3 (implementation and reporting) combined up to $165,000. The contract performance period runs from March 20, 2026, through March 31, 2027, with potential contract amendments at DCYF's discretion. Bidders must be licensed to do business in Washington or commit to licensure within thirty days of selection. The project requires the contractor to maintain specific insurance coverage, including commercial general liability and professional liability insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and comply with Washington State data security requirements.
Washington 2/17/26, 12:00 AM 12/31/25, 12:00 AM Wireline Ethernet or Fixed Wireless Services
Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech) is conducting a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Wireline Ethernet or Fixed Wireless Services across multiple Washington counties, including Franklin, Grant, Grays Harbor, Chelan, and Yakima Counties. The procurement seeks network connectivity services for various state agency locations, with vendors required to have a Network Services Agreement (NSA) and applicable addenda to participate in the bidding process. The solicitation requires detailed technical proposals that include specific bandwidth requirements, installation intervals, and local loop type specifications, with sites ranging from 10M to 1000M/1G connectivity. Evaluation criteria are comprehensive, with a total score of 100 points distributed across cost (total Non-Recurring Costs and 24 months of Monthly Recurring Costs), timeline, and local loop type, with preference given to fiber infrastructure (40 points) over fixed wireless (20 points) and copper (10 points). Key dates include a pre-proposal conference on August 22, 2025, via Microsoft Teams, with proposal responses due by September 3, 2025, and the earliest expected Statement of Work issuance date of September 17, 2025. Vendors must submit a completed Cost Model and signed Certification and Assurances document, with pricing evaluated using a specific formula that combines installation costs and ongoing monthly charges.
The RFQ does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The solicitation covers multiple state agency locations, including facilities for the Department of Corrections, Department of Licensing, and Department of Social and Health Services, with one out-of-state data center location in Germantown, Maryland. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement allows for potential awards to one or more contractors, providing flexibility in vendor selection. Technical requirements include precise specifications for network infrastructure, such as specific handoff locations within buildings, equipment placement, and future upgrade capabilities. The solicitation includes detailed site drawings and technical specifications for locations in Colville, Tacoma, Aberdeen, Union Gap, and Chehalis, with vendors required to provide comprehensive details about port assignments, VLAN configurations, and circuit aggregate bandwidth. WaTech reserves the right to request a best and final offer in case of tied proposals, and vendors are instructed that tax costs should not be included in their pricing submissions.
Washington 9/3/25, 12:00 AM 8/13/25, 12:00 AM REMOTELY OPERATED VEHICLE
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking proposals for a specialized Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 25-34, targeting firms capable of building an advanced underwater vehicle designed to survey, monitor, view, and restore state-owned aquatic lands. The ROV must meet rigorous technical specifications, including a depth rating of 305 meters, minimum 25 kg forward thrust, 1080p HD underwater video, high-resolution still photography, dual-frequency sonar, and an underwater positioning system. Specific technical requirements mandate a modular design with wet-mate connectors, autonomous navigation capabilities, and comprehensive performance standards for thrusters, camera, and control systems. The evaluation will utilize a 100-point scoring system, allocating points across responsiveness, references, experience, and cost proposal categories. Critical procurement dates include a bid submission deadline of May 5, 2025, an anticipated award date of May 9, 2025, and a contract period spanning from April 15, 2025, to June 20, 2025, with bid coordinator Cassidy Biondo serving as the primary point of contact.
The solicitation includes preferences for Washington State certified small businesses, veteran-owned businesses, and enterprises meeting specific environmental and worker rights criteria. Bidders must be registered in Washington's Electronic Business Solutions (WEBS) system and comply with state licensing requirements. While the total contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement emphasizes integration of advanced technological capabilities and seeks vendors with demonstrated expertise in underwater vehicle development. Additional compliance requirements include meeting various certification standards and potential set-aside provisions for disadvantaged enterprises. The ROV must be capable of rapid deployment across diverse environmental conditions, suggesting a need for robust engineering and adaptable technological solutions. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive nature of the procurement, which requires not just the vehicle itself but also spare parts, modules, and necessary accessories to support the DNR's aquatic land management objectives.
Washington 5/5/25, 12:00 AM 4/7/25, 12:00 AM Facility Assessment & Planning with Related Services
This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by Sourcewell, a Minnesota-based local government unit and service cooperative, for facility assessment and planning services. The RFP, #102424, is seeking proposals for a contracting solution to be utilized by Sourcewell's Participating Entities, which includes thousands of governmental, higher education, K-12 education, nonprofit, tribal government, and other public agencies located in the United States and Canada. The selected vendor will provide facility assessment and planning services, with the key objectives being to evaluate the condition of existing facilities and develop plans for their maintenance, renovation, or replacement. Interested vendors must have relevant expertise and qualifications in this area. The RFP does not provide details on evaluation criteria. Proposals are due by October 24, 2024 at 4:30pm CDT, and vendors must create a free account on the Sourcewell Procurement Portal to access the solicitation documents and submit their responses.
The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide any information on existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The RFP also does not include any details on possible award values or budget ranges.
Washington 10/24/24, 12:00 AM 9/10/24, 12:00 AM Caregiver Supports Area 11
The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is seeking a contractor to provide Caregiver Support Services for Catchment Area 11, which encompasses Chelan, Douglas, Grant, and Franklin Counties. The procurement aims to implement new contracts that increase access to placement supports for both licensed and unlicensed caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home placement. The primary objective is to enhance placement stability, reduce resource allocation disparities, and support caregiver retention through a tiered support model with seven levels of service. Contractors must develop and implement comprehensive support strategies, including outreach and engagement activities tailored to individual caregiver and child needs. The evaluation will be based on a 195-point scale, with a minimum score of 100 points required, emphasizing technical and management capabilities across 14 criteria. A pre-bid conference is scheduled for December 30, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time via Microsoft Teams, with complete applications due by February 20, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. DCYF will announce successful applicants on March 2, 2026, with the contract period running from April 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, and potential extensions up to September 30, 2029.
The solicitation includes voluntary numerical goals for diverse business participation, targeting ten percent for Office of Minority and Woman Owned Businesses (OMWBE), one percent for Veteran-Owned Businesses, and twenty percent for Washington Small Businesses. Bidders must demonstrate a commitment to these diversity goals through a comprehensive Diverse Business Inclusion Plan. Minimum qualifications require applicants to be licensed to do business in Washington, possess three years of experience providing support services to caregivers and children, and maintain an Executive Director with a physical office within or adjacent to the catchment area. The funding structure is a mix of 90 percent state and 10 percent federal funds, utilizing a rate-based contract model with various payment mechanisms including pre-service cost reimbursement, ramp-up funding, manager supplemental funding, initial engagement funding, and ongoing service capacity payments. The catchment area serves approximately 191 children, with potential for an additional 3 children under tribal jurisdiction. Contractors are prohibited from subcontracting core service elements such as management positions and placement support management, though case aide services may be subcontracted with prior approval.
Washington 2/20/26, 12:00 AM 12/19/25, 12:00 AM