# Mendocino County Granicus #037-26

Psychological Evaluation Services for Child Welfare – Mendocino County

**Posted:** September 28, 2026
**Respond By:** November 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 037-26
**NAICS:** 621330, 621420

Mendocino County Department of Social Services is seeking qualified, licensed mental health professionals or agencies to provide psychological evaluation services for children, youth, parents, and caregivers involved with the Family and Children’s Services (FCS) program.
- Government Buyer:
  - Mendocino County Department of Social Services (Family and Children’s Services)
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; services must be provided by licensed mental health professionals or agencies
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Comprehensive psychological evaluations
  - Bonding/attachment assessments
  - Clinical observations
  - Expert consultation
  - Services must be available in English and Spanish, delivered in person, at community locations, or via secure telehealth
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - Providers must demonstrate experience in child welfare, trauma-informed practices, and culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ inclusive assessment
  - Competency in evidence-based assessment tools is required
  - Providers must produce clear written reports and offer expert testimony as needed
  - Services must comply with state regulations, professional standards, and court timelines
  - Goal is to support case planning, safety assessment, court decision-making, and permanency outcomes for families

### Description

This Request for Proposals (RFP) seeks qualified, licensed mental health professionals or agencies to provide comprehensive psychological evaluation services for children, youth, parents, and caregivers involved with the County's Family and Children's Services program. The services include psychological evaluations, bonding/attachment assessments, clinical observations, and expert consultation, with a focus on trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ inclusive practices. Providers must be capable of delivering services in English and Spanish, in person or via secure telehealth, and comply with state regulations and court timelines. The goal is to support case planning, safety assessment, court decision-making, and permanency outcomes for child welfare-involved families.

[View original listing](https://www.mendocinocounty.gov/Home/Components/RFP/RFP/2548/181?selsta=4)