San Diego County Ivalua #RFSQ 12892

San Diego County Awards Contracts for Adult Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization Behavioral Health Services

San Diego County is awarding contracts for Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) services for adults who are Medi-Cal beneficiaries or eligible, with a total of 35 treatment slots available. - Government Buyer: - County of San Diego, Department of Behavioral Health Services, Department of Purchasing and Contracting - Awarded Vendors: - Casa De Amparo (10 slots) - Exodus Recovery (15 slots) - Gold Coast Rehab, LLC (5 slots) - Prosperous Health San Diego DBA San Diego Transformation Center (5 slots) - Services Requested: - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP): - Certified behavioral health and psychiatric medication services - 3 days per week, 3-4 hours per day - Minimum staffing ratios (licensed program manager, direct clinical staff for every 8 clients) - Medi-Cal certification required - Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP): - Certified full-day behavioral health and psychiatric medication services - 5 days per week, more than 4 hours per day - Same staffing and certification requirements as IOP - Notable Requirements: - Providers must maintain a minimum of 95% of clients discharged to a lower level of care - Use of electronic health records and submission of a Cultural & Linguistic Diversity Plan - Provider rates set at 70% of DHCS state rates ($564.17/day for PHP, $376.12/day for IOP) - Locations must be accessible by public transportation within San Diego County - Compliance with state and federal regulations, cultural competency, and trauma-informed care - Psychiatrist contact required at least weekly for each client - Slot Allocation and Qualified List: - Additional slots placed on a qualified list for Exodus Recovery, Gold Coast Rehab, and Prosperous Health San Diego for potential future awards

Description

The County of San Diego is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from firms interested in providing Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) services. The solicitation will award 35 beds/slots to qualified offerors, with the possibility of multiple contracts awarded. The programs target adults age 18 and older who are Medi-Cal beneficiaries or eligible, residing in San Diego County, and meeting medical necessity criteria. The scope includes operating certified PHP and IOP services with specified service hours and staffing requirements. The contract term is anticipated to start February 1, 2026, with an initial six-month term and four one-year option periods.

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