2026. 050-LOI Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA) Letter of Interest

Washington County, Oregon is soliciting a Letter of Interest (LOI) for participation in the Early Assessment and Support Alliance (EASA) program, representing a collaborative initiative designed to provide early assessment and supportive services to targeted populations. The procurement seeks to identify jurisdictions and service providers committed to implementing the EASA model, which emphasizes preliminary assessment, intervention, and support mechanisms. While the LOI submission does not require detailed pricing, comprehensive budget allocations, or final contract terms at this stage, interested organizations must demonstrate their readiness to engage in the proposed activities and commit to the program's objectives. The specific deliverables, performance metrics, service delivery models, implementation timelines, and detailed evaluation criteria are contained within the full solicitation materials available through the Washington County Solicitation portal at www.washcopurch.com/biz. The deadline for submission of the Letter of Interest is May 18, 2026, with the solicitation posted on May 4, 2026. Organizations seeking additional information should access the complete solicitation documentation through the designated portal to understand all substantive requirements and evaluation methodology.

The solicitation documentation does not specify particular set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or limitations on vendor categories at the LOI stage, though such provisions may be detailed in the full solicitation materials. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available information, nor are specific technology infrastructure or integration requirements outlined in this preliminary stage. The budget range, funding sources, contract duration, renewal provisions, and other financial parameters governing the EASA program participation have not been disclosed in the LOI announcement. Interested parties must consult the comprehensive solicitation documentation on the Washington County purchasing portal to obtain complete information regarding award values, budget ranges, financial requirements, and all substantive terms and conditions. The LOI process appears designed to establish baseline interest and organizational commitment before advancing to more detailed contractual negotiations and specifications.