25-09004-000 Temp Relief Psychiatry

The State of California, Department of State Hospitals (DSH), is soliciting a temporary and relief psychiatry services contract through a formal procurement process identified as 25-09004-000. The contracting agency is the California Department of Veterans Affairs, and this represents a re-solicitation of opportunity 25-09002-000. The primary deliverable is the provision of qualified psychiatrist services on an as-needed basis to support DSH operations. The successful contractor must provide all necessary materials, supplies, tools, equipment, transportation, licenses, certifications, permits, insurance, and qualified personnel required to deliver comprehensive psychiatry services. The contractor must maintain appropriate medical licensure and certifications as a psychiatrist in the State of California. The contract proposal submission deadline is March 30, 2026, with a posted date of March 10, 2026, allowing potential bidders a 20-day response window. The anticipated contract term extends from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2029, providing a three-year service period with potential for ongoing temporary relief psychiatry staffing needs.

The procurement documents provided do not include specific information regarding set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or incumbent vendor details. The sample Standard Agreement form (STD 213) referenced does not contain populated financial terms, specific award values, or budget ranges, indicating that pricing and compensation details will be established through the competitive bidding process or negotiation phase. No existing infrastructure, technology integration requirements, or compatibility specifications are detailed in the available documentation. Interested contractors should refer to the complete solicitation package and Exhibits A through D (including the Scope of Work, Budget Detail and Payment Provisions, Rate Sheet, and General Terms and Conditions) for comprehensive evaluation criteria, specific performance requirements, insurance requirements, and any additional restrictions or qualifications necessary for proposal submission. Potential bidders are advised to review all contract documents thoroughly and submit inquiries or clarifications prior to the March 30, 2026 deadline.