Long Beach Reentry Services Program - Youth Diversion

The Long Beach Reentry Services Program – Youth Diversion solicitation (RFP HE-25-526) seeks qualified organizations with a presence or satellite office in Long Beach to deliver comprehensive youth diversion and behavioral health services targeting justice-involved youth aged 15-24. The contract, with an estimated value of $500,000, emphasizes culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and developmentally appropriate interventions, including mental health and substance use treatment, mentorship, case management, legal support, education, housing, and civic engagement. The program aims to reduce recidivism, support successful reintegration, and address disparities affecting youth of color, with performance metrics tracking enrollment, service delivery, client outcomes, and satisfaction. Proposals are evaluated on organizational capacity, experience, program design, outcomes, cost (20%), and a 10% racial equity commitment, with additional five percent local preference points for Long Beach-based entities. The City emphasizes a best value, trade-off approach, allowing negotiations and modifications before final award, which will be based on a comprehensive review including interviews or site visits. Contractual obligations incorporate specific legal and compliance clauses, notably nondiscrimination provisions aligned with California regulations, mandatory inclusion of BSCC grant language in subcontracts, insurance requirements, and certifications such as debarment and equal benefits ordinances. The contract does not specify federal FAR clauses but references state and local mandates, with all provisions incorporated explicitly rather than by number. The contractor is responsible for performance, quality assurance, and maintaining records, with oversight through regular reporting and performance metrics. Payment is on a cost-reimbursement basis, requiring detailed monthly or quarterly invoices supported by receipts, proof of subcontractor payments, and compliance documentation. The contract’s performance period and start date are to be proposed by the selected organization, with services expected to commence after contract award, and the place of performance is within Long Beach. Submission of proposals must be completed electronically via LongBeachBuys.com by November 4, 2025, with clear instructions for formatting, supporting documentation, and contact information for questions.