Sonoma County Supplier Systems #SC001-0000002203

Sonoma County youth transportation services provider pool

Sonoma County is seeking qualified providers to transport children and youth involved in the child welfare system between their school and placement. - Government buyer: County of Sonoma, Human Services Department (HSD), Family, Youth & Children’s Services Division (FYC). - Services requested: Temporary transportation for youth in grades TK–12 between their school of origin, including summer school, and current placement. Service may be needed for one day or an entire school year, mainly within Sonoma County and potentially neighboring counties. - The solicitation anticipates up to 20 youth needing service per month; referrals are not guaranteed and no minimum volume is specified. - One RFP bid line is listed as “RFP FYC Youth Transportation Services 2728,” quantity 1. No vehicles, equipment, makes, models, or part numbers are specified. - Provider requirements: Supply qualified, properly licensed drivers and compliant vehicles; coordinate scheduled pickups and drop-offs; maintain communication during trips and after-hours emergency contact availability; complete annual DOJ, FBI, and CACI background checks and required TB clearances; and enroll drivers in pre-employment and ongoing drug and alcohol testing. Providers must also submit detailed monthly invoices. - Funding information: Estimated annual funding is $175,000. A sample agreement references $43,315 in Foster Care Title IV-E funding, but its scope and budget details are not finalized; neither figure establishes a guaranteed award amount. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, transportation vendors, or vehicle brands are named. No physical products are requested. - Agreement term: The planned service period is approximately three years, subject to funding availability and provider performance. The sample agreement uses placeholder start and end terms.

Description

The County of Sonoma is seeking proposals to establish a pool of qualified transportation service providers for youth involved in the child welfare system. The solicitation is issued by the Sonoma County Human Services Department, Family, Youth & Children’s Services Division. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the Sonoma County Supplier Portal by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. PST; hard-copy, email, and fax submissions will not be accepted. The contractor must comply with applicable laws, including the County of Sonoma Living Wage Ordinance.

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