RFP HD249076 Addendum 1 Q & A

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) to seek qualified nonprofit organizations to provide clients' rights advocacy services to individuals with developmental disabilities living in the community who receive or are applicants for regional center services. The RFP, numbered HD249076, requires proposers to demonstrate capability in providing advocacy services, knowledge of the service system and entitlements, coordination with the protection and advocacy agency and the State Council on Developmental Disabilities, and relevant experience. Proposals are due by April 25, 2024, at 1:00 PM PT, and will be evaluated based on technical proposal, oral presentation, and cost, with the award going to the highest scoring, responsive, responsible proposer. The contract term is for three years, with two optional one-year extensions.

The contract will be awarded to serve the jurisdictions of Sacramento County and Sacramento City. The RFP includes a 10% withhold in accordance with the Public Contract Code, and any line-item budget shifts exceeding 10% or $10,000 will require a formal contract amendment. Contractors must maintain insurance coverage and provide updated certificates at least 30 days prior to expiration. The RFP includes details on the state's preference programs for Small Business, Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise, and Target Area Contract Preference Act. The contract will be funded through DDS, and subcontracting for advocacy services is allowed with prior DDS approval.