Mendocino County #037-26

Mendocino County Child-Welfare Psychological Evaluation Services

Mendocino County is seeking qualified mental-health providers for court-ordered psychological evaluations and related child-welfare services. - Government buyer: County of Mendocino, Department of Social Services, through Family and Children’s Services (FCS); procurement support is provided by the Purchasing, Contracts and Vendor Relations Unit. - Requested services: Comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, youth, parents, caregivers, and other FCS referrals; specialized assessments; bonding and attachment evaluations; clinical observations; consultation; court-ready reports; and expert testimony. - Evaluation scope: May include clinical interviews, collateral record review, standardized testing, and assessment of mental health, trauma, risk, substance use, developmental functioning, parenting capacity, strengths, and protective factors. Include applicable DSM-5 or later-edition diagnoses and actionable child-welfare recommendations. - Volume and pricing: The County reports approximately 7–9 referrals per fiscal year and requests provider rates. No fixed service quantity, part numbers, or standard average rates are provided. - Provider requirements: Providers must meet California licensing and child-welfare experience qualifications. Services should be evidence-based, timely, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, LGBTQ+ inclusive, and linguistically appropriate, with English and/or Spanish service available. - Delivery and reporting: Services may be delivered at a provider’s office, a County office, an approved community location, or by secure telehealth when appropriate. Written reports are due within 30 calendar days of authorization unless FCS approves otherwise. Written FCS authorization is required before services begin; providers may also be asked to prepare for and participate in court proceedings. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, commercial vendors, or named providers are identified; the County may select one or more qualified providers. - Term: The anticipated initial term is three years, with one optional additional three-year extension.

Description

Mendocino County is seeking qualified, licensed mental health professionals or agencies to provide comprehensive psychological evaluation services for children, youth, parents, and caregivers involved with its Family and Children’s Services program. Services include psychological evaluations, bonding and attachment assessments, clinical observations, and expert consultation, with written reports and expert testimony when required. Providers should be able to serve clients in English and Spanish, in person or through secure telehealth when appropriate, and demonstrate experience in child welfare and trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and LGBTQ+ inclusive assessment. The County intends to establish a contract with one or more providers.

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