The City of Berkeley is seeking proposals for early intervention behavioral health services for specific populations (African Americans, Latinos, LGBTQIA+ TAY, older adults). The contract amount is $300,000 for a three-year period ($100,000 per year). Proposals are due by August 27, 2026. Services include outreach, access and linkage to care, and early treatment. Vendors must submit proposals electronically. Questions are due by August 11, 2026.
Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
The city will make payment to the vendor within 30 days of receipt of a correct, approved, and complete invoice. Invoices must be fully itemized and provide sufficient information for approving payment and audit.
Selection criteria include contractor identification/expertise (20%), references (10%), service description (30%), cultural/linguistic responsiveness (25%), and price proposal/budget (15%).
Proposals must be from qualified firms or individuals with expertise in providing culturally, ethnically, and linguistically responsive early intervention behavioral health services.
Failure to comply with the Sanctuary City Contracting Ordinance or the Living Wage Ordinance can constitute a default of the contract, leading to termination and potential barring from future contracts for five years.
Proposals may be disqualified on the basis of a conflict of interest. Incomplete proposals or those not conforming to requirements will not be considered.
The contract amount for each population is $300,000 for a three-year timeframe, or $100,000 per year.
