Opportunity

Sacramento Opengov #2026-RFP-0038

Sacramento County Solicits Dispute Resolution Services under the California Dispute Resolutions Act of 1986

Posted

April 14, 2026

Respond By

April 29, 2026

Identifier

2026-RFP-0038

NAICS

541199, 813319

Sacramento County is seeking qualified organizations to provide dispute resolution services under the California Dispute Resolutions Act of 1986. - Government Buyer: - County of Sacramento, Department of General Services, County Executive Department - Services Requested: - Mediation and conciliation services for community and court-based programs - Youth and school conflict resolution - Outreach and program evaluation - Focus on reducing court caseloads and improving community relations - Funding and Contract Details: - Up to $630,000 available annually - $610,000 for community and court-based services - $20,000 for pilot projects - Maximum of $160,000 per year for applicants with over 100 mediations in FY 2024-25 - Three-year contract period with annual funding and monthly reimbursement - Eligibility and Requirements: - Open to public or private non-profit or governmental entities - Applicants may apply for multiple categories - Proposals must demonstrate organizational capacity, experience, and compliance with legal and policy requirements (data security, confidentiality, insurance, web accessibility) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified service providers.

Description

Sacramento County is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide dispute resolution services as defined by the California Dispute Resolutions Act of 1986. The program aims to offer mediation and conciliation services to county residents, focusing on community and court-based programs, youth conflict resolution, and reducing court caseloads. Contracts will be funded up to $630,000 annually, covering July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2029, with payments on a monthly reimbursement basis. Applicants must demonstrate organizational capacity, provide detailed project plans, and comply with legal and policy requirements.

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