Child Abuse Prevention Treatment Services (CAPTS)

San Bernardino County Children and Family Services is soliciting qualifications under RFQ HS 25-12 for Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Services (CAPTS). The contract aims to provide evidence-based, trauma-informed counseling and case management services to children and families within the child welfare system to improve safety and permanency rates. The scope of work includes conducting psychological assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing individual and group therapy. Services must be delivered across various regions of San Bernardino County, including the West, Central, and East Valleys, as well as the Northern and Eastern Deserts, Mountain, and Colorado River communities. The contract has an estimated budget of 10,262,840 dollars for a three-year base period from September 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029, with the possibility of two one-year extensions. Payment is based on a maximum fee schedule, with rates varying by provider type, such as 150 dollars per session for in-person individual therapy by an LCSW and 1,500 dollars for psychological evaluations. Award is based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable approach, where all vendors meeting minimum requirements and submitting completed applications shall be awarded a contract. Contractors must adhere to strict security and compliance standards, including mandatory DOJ, FBI, and CACI clearances for all personnel. Data security requirements mandate FIPS 140-2 certified AES-128+ encryption for personally identifiable information. Proposals must be submitted via the ePro portal and in hard copy by May 19, 2026. All providers must comply with the California Department of Social Services Manual of Policies and Procedures and the California Public Records Act.