Behavioral Health Training Services

The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) has issued a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) aimed at establishing a qualified pool of consultants to provide specialized training, consultation, and technical assistance services. These services are focused on five core training categories: Evidence Based Practice, Cultural Humility and Ethnic Services, 2SLGBTQIA+ Affirming Care, Quality Practice, and Collaborative Care Professional Trainings. The solicitation process is structured in two phases: initially, qualified offerors submit statements of qualifications to join the pool, and subsequently, they may respond to specific Work Order Proposal Requests (WOPRs) for projects issued over the contract term. The initial contract term lasts 12 months with up to four one-year renewals, potentially extending service delivery through June 2030, contingent on satisfactory performance and available funding. Training sessions may be delivered virtually or on-site, with deliverables including developed curricula, assessment tools, participant feedback collection, and CE credit documentation, all adhering to BHSD and County policies. Evaluation of submitted qualifications prioritizes organizational structure and experience (65 points) and proposed program descriptions (35 points), with a minimum threshold score of 70 out of 100 required for pool admission. The contract mandates compliance with California wage and hour laws, pay equity provisions, and includes requirements for ongoing disclosure of any wage-related judgments, audit access by the County, and notification of employees regarding pay equity rights. Subcontractors are subject to these same requirements. Payment terms are net 30 days post-invoice approval. All submissions must be electronically delivered by June 28, 2030, and follow strict formatting and response guidelines. The contract does not specify pricing or federal acquisition clauses typical of government contracts, focusing instead on local government terms and conditions, including indemnification and termination provisions with placeholder elements pending finalization. Overall, the solicitation reflects a comprehensive local government effort to ensure culturally responsive, evidence-based behavioral health training through a vetted pool of qualified consultants over a multi-year period.