BHS - CYS Evidence Based Practices-Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

San Joaquin County’s Behavioral Health Services Department is seeking qualified organizations to deliver Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, an evidence-based intervention designed for children aged two to six years and eleven months, or those with a developmental age appropriate for the service, who are experiencing emotional and behavioral disorders. The program requires skilled providers capable of implementing PCIT with fidelity, focusing on enhancing parent-child relationships and improving child behavior through structured, coaching-based training for caregivers. Proposals must demonstrate organizational capacity, clinical expertise, and prior experience in delivering PCIT services within community mental health settings. The solicitation, numbered 26202, was posted on August 7, 2026, with a deadline for submissions set for September 11, 2026, at 9:00 PM Pacific Time. This is a state and local government procurement under the agency’s California operations, with services to be performed within San Joaquin County. All proposals must be submitted through the public purchase portal, and inquiries should be directed to Vanessa Gagnon, the primary point of contact, via email or phone. The contract aims to expand access to high-quality, research-backed behavioral health services for young children and their families in the region.