Korean Senior MH and Well-Being Project, DMH. SOW attached.

The Korean Senior Mental Health and Well-Being Project is a solicitation issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Internal Services on behalf of the Department of Mental Health. The project aims to increase mental health awareness and reduce stigma among Korean American older adults in Los Angeles. The scope of work requires the selected vendor to develop a training plan and curriculum, train eight Wellness Elders, and deliver at least ten peer-led workshops. Key deliverables include facilitator guides, the distribution of participant stipends, a final summary report with evaluation data, and a presentation of findings to the API UsCC subcommittee. All project activities must be completed by June 30, 2026. Bids for this project are due by September 24, 2025, and must be submitted electronically via the LACOVSS portal. Applicants must provide comprehensive documentation, including a variety of compliance forms, organizational affidavits, and Community Business Enterprise information. The evaluation process is discretionary and based on a best-value approach, considering factors such as responsiveness, responsibility, past performance, and socioeconomic preferences. Due to the sensitive nature of the services, the contract mandates strict adherence to HIPAA, California Labor Code, and Los Angeles County information security policies. Contractors must implement rigorous data encryption standards for personal and medical information and maintain cyber liability insurance of at least 2 million dollars per occurrence. Additionally, vendors are required to maintain ISO 27001:2013 or HITRUST certification and ensure all personnel sign confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. Non-compliance with these security and privacy mandates is considered a material breach of contract.