This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) for Domestic Violence (DV) Liaison Services. The contract is for a fee-based service for children and families involved with Contra Costa County child welfare. The estimated program funding is $88,000 for the period of September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. The contract duration is twelve months with the possibility of multiyear renewal. Proposals are due by 5:00 p. m. PST on Thursday, June 18, 2026. All vendor communications must occur through BidNet Direct. Technical support for BidNet Direct issues can be obtained by calling ****, option 2, or emailing ***@***. *. * and communications will be issued on BidNet Direct. Vendors are responsible for checking for addenda and acknowledging them. The RFP outlines the solicitation purpose, qualified bidders, estimated funding, question submission process, ex parte communication rules, right to amend or cancel, and restriction and disclosure policies. The program description details the scope of services, minimum qualifications, experience, licensing, and program monitoring. The required proposal format includes electronic submission via BidNet Direct using a two-envelope system (proposal and financials). The evaluation process involves compliance review, fiscal review, and bureau committee review. The contract award and negotiation process is also detailed. General proposal conditions, county contract requirements, and insurance requirements are specified. The contracting requirements include fiscal provisions, debarment and suspension certification, compliance with regulations, discrimination and confidentiality policies, and monitoring, reporting, and record keeping. The contract term is one year with the option to extend for two additional one-year periods. Bidders must warrant they are not involved in litigation concerning similar services.
The bid notice states that proposal submission is due by 5:00 p. m. PST on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2026.
The bid notice mentions that contractor shall receive reimbursement for costs by submitting monthly cost statements together with a request for payment by the tenth day of the following month.
The bid notice states that bidders, by submitting a proposal, warrant that they are not currently involved in litigation or arbitration concerning their performance as it relates to the same or similar services to be supplied pursuant to the referenced contract and that no judgments or awards have been made against the bidders on the basis of their performance in supplying the same or similar services, unless such fact is disclosed to county in the proposal.
The bid notice states that proposals that do not attain an average of 70 points from the bureau committee review are unlikely to be eligible for further consideration for funding. In the event that the primary bidder recommended fails to provide services outlined in the contract and proposal, county may use an alternate bidder to perform services based on a score of 70 points or higher.
The bid notice states that bidders that do not demonstrate capacity to meet the minimum qualifications below will be considered nonresponsive and will not move forward for contract consideration: Minimum of a bachelor of arts or science degree in social work, psychology, women's or gender studies, counseling or closely related field, or sufficient training and experience to carry out the services identified in this RFP. Minimum of five years working with families with domestic violence issues. Training and/or certifications related to interpersonal violence and domestic violence issues including domestic violence counselor training as mandated by the state of California. Proven ability to serve as liaison in providing supportive services to child welfare staff, community partners, and families.
The bid notice mentions that in the event of termination for failure to perform, the cost to county of completing contractor's performance shall be deducted from any sum due contractor under this contract, without prejudice to county's rights to recover damages.
The bid notice states that if a bidder wishes to appeal the selection or award decision, the bidder must submit a written appeal request no later than 5:00 pm on the 5th business day after award notification.
The bid notice states that falsification of any information may result in disqualification. Proposals that do not follow the required proposal format found in section 5 will be determined nonresponsive and will not be considered for contract award/funding. Proposals exceeding stated page limits will have excess pages removed prior to distribution for further evaluation.
The bid notice states that program funding is estimated at $88,000 for the anticipated period of September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2027.
