RFSQ for As Needed Psychiatry Services

Los Angeles County is conducting a Request for Statements of Qualifications (RFSQ) for as-needed (temporary) psychiatry services throughout the county, seeking qualified psychiatric professionals to provide flexible, on-demand mental health support. The procurement aims to establish a pool of pre-qualified vendors capable of rapidly deploying psychiatric experts to support county healthcare needs across various facilities and programs. Potential service providers must demonstrate professional credentialing, expertise in psychiatric services, and ability to respond quickly to county mental health requirements. While specific evaluation criteria are not fully detailed in the available documents, the solicitation appears to require comprehensive documentation including professional credentials, background checks, and compliance with local procurement guidelines. The contract opportunity was posted on December 18, 2023, with a stated due date of June 30, 2027, suggesting a multi-year contracting framework that allows for ongoing psychiatric service provision.

The solicitation includes provisions for Community Business Enterprise (CBE) participation, indicating potential set-aside or preference considerations for local or minority-owned businesses. The procurement documents include a CBE form (AppendixB_RequiredFormsExhibit5_CBEForm.xlsx) that suggests vendors may need to demonstrate specific business classifications or local economic participation. While precise award values are not explicitly stated in the available documentation, the contract appears structured as an on-call, unit-rate or hourly-based agreement allowing for flexible deployment of psychiatric professionals. The sample Master Agreement (AppendixA_SampleMAforAsNeededPsychiatryServices.pdf) suggests the county is seeking to establish multiple vendor pools to ensure continuous access to qualified mental health professionals. Potential respondents should carefully review all appendices and required forms, which include multiple exhibits (A-K) detailing specific contractual expectations, submission requirements, and operational guidelines for providing psychiatric services across Los Angeles County.