Opportunity
Santa Clara County Biddingo #RFP-BHS-FY27-0712
Santa Clara County Seeks Providers for Multisystemic Therapy Services for At-Risk Youth
Posted
July 22, 2026
Respond By
August 10, 2026
Identifier
RFP-BHS-FY27-0712
NAICS
621420, 621330
The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) is seeking qualified providers to deliver Multisystemic Therapy (MST) services for at-risk youth under the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BH-Connect). - Government Buyer: - County of Santa Clara, Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) - Services Requested: - Multisystemic Therapy (MST) services for youth at risk of out-of-home placement, justice involvement, school disengagement, or hospitalization - Comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, crisis response, caregiver engagement, and coordination with schools, probation, child welfare, and community partners - Requirements: - Providers must demonstrate adherence to the MST evidence-based model and fidelity standards - Proposals should show cost-effectiveness and measurable impact on youth and family outcomes - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named in the solicitation - This is a behavioral health services procurement, not a product or equipment purchase
Description
The County of Santa Clara Behavioral Health Services Department (BHSD) is seeking qualified providers to deliver Multisystemic Therapy (MST) services through the Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BH-Connect). MST is an intensive, evidence-based, family- and community-based treatment model designed to address serious behavioral health needs among youth at risk of out-of-home placement, justice system involvement, school disengagement, or hospitalization. Services include comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, crisis response, caregiver engagement, and coordination with schools, probation, child welfare, and other community partners to support stabilization and improved outcomes for youth and families. The County seeks proposals demonstrating an impactful, evidence-based approach to delivering MST services while maximizing positive outcomes through efficient, cost-effective use of resources consistent with MST model fidelity requirements.