IFB: 9CA07198 - Level Two (2) Post Trauma Treatment

The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) is seeking a contractor to provide Level Two (2) Post Trauma Treatment services through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) Number 9CA07198. The procurement is for in-person behavioral health and wellness services specifically designed for first responders, focusing on addressing post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation, and work-related stress among CAL FIRE employees. The required services include a seven-day treatment plan with an estimated 250 cumulative treatment days per year, encompassing both individual and group treatment sessions. Key deliverables include post-trauma treatment services priced at $125 per person per day for in-person sessions and $215 per person for follow-up virtual sessions. The solicitation timeline indicates the bid will be available on May 2, 2025, with written questions due by May 8, 2025, and bid submissions required by May 15, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. The proposed contract term spans from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2028, with potential evaluation criteria that include a Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation incentive.

The procurement includes provisions for Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation, though there is no mandatory DVBE goal. Potential bidders can receive a DVBE incentive during bid evaluation, with incentives ranging from 1-5% based on verified DVBE subcontractor involvement. While specific incumbent vendors are not mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes encouraging DVBE subcontractor participation. The contract appears designed to support first responders' mental health, with a structured approach to post-trauma treatment. Although a specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, the pricing structure of $125 per person per day for in-person sessions and $215 for virtual follow-ups, combined with the estimated 250 cumulative treatment days per year, suggests a significant potential annual investment in these critical behavioral health services.