Project Information

Bid Title

Substance Use Disorder Sober Support Drop-In Center

Issuing Agency

Mariposa County

Location

California

Published Date

May 8, 2026

Closing Date

May 21, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Substance Use Disorder Sober Support Drop-In Center
Category:	Professional Services
Status:	Open

Description: NOTICE TO BIDDERS Mariposa County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking proposals for the provision of Recovery Support Services program, including a Sober Support Drop-In Center for Mariposa County residents. The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit proposals from qualified individuals or agencies to provide a Sober Support Drop-In Center and Recovery Support Services to community members. Work contracted under this proposal will not exceed $115,351.00 per fiscal year, with a total not to exceed $230,702.00 for the two-year term of this agreement. This project is funded by the Substance Use and Prevention Treatment Block Grant (SUBG). The policy manual for this Grant is located at: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/provgovpart/Documents/SUBG-Policy-Manual.pdf . The term of the Agreement will be for a period of July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028. All communications concerning this RFP shall be directed to: Health and Human Services Attn: Quality Assurance Team For security reasons, you must enable JavaScript to view this E-mail address. PO Box 99 Mariposa, CA 95338 (209)742-0996 (fax) Incomplete and late submissions will not be accepted. Publication Date/Time: 5/8/2026 8:00 AM Closing Date/Time: 5/21/2026 5:00 PM Contact Person: Health and Human Services Attn: Quality Assurance Team HHSAQA@mariposacounty.org PO Box 99 Mariposa, CA 95338 (209)742-0996 (fax)? Related Documents: SUD Recovery Support Services - Drop-In Center RFP 5.26

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I. INTRODUCTION:

Mariposa County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking

proposals for the provision of Recovery Support Services program, including a Sober

Support Drop-In Center for Mariposa County residents.

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit proposals from qualified

individuals or agencies to provide a Sober Support Drop-In Center and Recovery

Support Services to community members. Work contracted under this proposal will not

exceed $115,351.00 per fiscal year, with a total not to exceed $230,702.00 for the two-

year term of this agreement. This project is funded by the Substance Use and

Prevention Treatment Block Grant (SUBG). The policy manual for this Grant is located

at: https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/provgovpart/Documents/SUBG-Policy-Manual.pdf.

The term of the Agreement will be for a period of July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2028.

II. BACKGROUND:

Mariposa County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (MCBHRS) is

responsible for providing recovery support services that include non-clinical services

intended to help individuals stay engaged in the recovery process, provide emotional or

practical support to navigate care systems, and sustain positive behavior change.

Sober Support Drop-In center will be open to the public providing a sober support

environment for community members seeking recovery support services, sobriety and

recovery information, referrals and linkage to community services.

III. TIMELINE:

The timeline outlined below represents the tentative schedule for this RFP. Any change

in the scheduled dates for the RFP will be advertised.

RFP Schedule

Request for Proposals (RFP) Posted

Questions regarding RFP

Response to Questions

Proposal Submission Deadline

Initial Screening of Proposals – to determine eligibility

Notice of disqualifications sent to proposers

Date

05/08/2026

05/19/2026

05/19/2026 –

05/20/2026

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

Evaluation of Eligible Proposals

Award Determinations & Notifications (Intent to Award)

Final Date to Submit Protests

Response to Protests

Contract Negotiations

Board of Supervisor Approval

Contract Start Date

05/21/2026-

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

06/01/2026

06/03/2026

05/26/2026-

06/06/2026

06/16/2026

07/01/2026

IV: ELIGIBILITY TO APPLY REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge and understanding of collaborative service design.

• Ability to deliver services to clients in a culturally competent manner, including

those with limited English proficiency and diverse cultural and ethnic

backgrounds, and criminal involvement.

• Must have experience in managing recovery support programs, knowledge of

substance use disorders (SUD), and an understanding of various recovery

support modalities.

• Ability to oversee day-to-day operations, ensure regulatory compliance,

coordinate referrals, manage staff, monitor resident progress, and maintain a

sober environment.

• Must identify and be able to execute all aspects of the Service Locations as listed

under Scope of Services.

• Must identify and be able to execute all aspects listed in Staffing as listed under

Scope of Services.

• Must identify and be able to execute all aspects listed in Hours of Operations as

listed under Scope of Services.

• Must identify and be able to execute all aspects listed in the Program Design as

listed under Scope of Services.

• Must have the ability to abide by all local, state, and applicable federal

regulations and guidance surrounding the Substance Use and Prevention

Treatment Block Grant (SUBG) Recovery Supports requirements.

• Must have proof of insurance coverage in the form of a Certificate of Insurance

(COI) of appropriate amounts detailed below

o Commercial General Liability (CGL): (2 million occurrence, twice

occurrence amount for aggregate)

o Automobile Liability: ($1 million per accident)

o Workers' Compensation insurance: ($1 million per accident)

o Professional Liability (PL) (if applicable) (1 million per occurrence or claim

2 million aggregates)

• Must provide a W-9, request for taxpayer identification number and certification.

Federal Entity Identification Requirements. Proposer must be eligible to receive

federal funds. Prior to contract award, Proposer must obtain and provide a valid

Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) in accordance with 2 CFR Part 25. County may not

make a subaward to any entity that has not obtained and provided a UEI. If

Proposer is required by applicable law, program terms, or County policy to

maintain registration in the System for Award Management (SAM), Proposer

shall maintain such registration in good standing for the duration of the

Agreement and shall notify County immediately of any lapse, suspension,

deactivation, or other status change affecting eligibility to receive federal funds.

V. SCOPE OF SERVICES:

Program Design – The sober support environment drop-in center must be open to the

public no less than five (5) days per week with a minimum of 40 service hours per week

and provided a comprehensive range of recovery support services. These services

should include:

• Provide addiction and recovery information to the community.

• Offer addiction recovery support, groups and individual meetings

• Provide ongoing support to individuals in their recovery journey, including

monitoring and coaching.

• Support individuals in accessing services like housing, employment, education,

and treatment.

• Assist in life skills training and support.

• Assist in coordinating access to ancillary services, such as housing assistance

and transportation.

• Support in maintaining sobriety through Peer Support Services (if available) and

structured peer support activities.

• Provide relapse prevention strategies.

• Assist individuals in maintaining sobriety through structured activities and peer-

to-peer counseling.

• Provide linkage and transportation to necessary appointments and/or

placements.

• Referrals to other services:

o All referrals are to be documented as to the referral and follow-up.

o Referrals for pregnancy testing, HIV testing and TB testing will be

available for all clients

o For perinatal clients

 On the referral for SUD services indicate Perinatal status

• Provide perinatal referrals within 48 hours

 Provide support referrals to prenatal and pediatric health care,

childcare, substance use effects education, and parenting

education.

• Ensure the facility is properly maintained and clean, supporting safety and the

physical environment's recovery focus.

• Coordinate care with MCBHRS.

• Provide monthly data reports, tracking the unduplicated client count of RSS

provided categorized by client demographics and type of service. Template for

reporting is attached below.

o Peer-to-Peer Support Individual

o Peer-Led Support Group

o Peer-Led Training or Peer Certification Activity

o Recovery Housing

o Recovery Support Service Childcare Fee or Family Caregiver Fee

o Recovery Support Service Transportation

o Secondary School, High School, or Collegiate Recovery Program Service

or Activity

o Recovery Social Support or Social Inclusion Activity

o Other SAMHSA Approved Recovery Support Event or Activity

• Allow for County compliance monitoring, including fiscal monitoring and be

accountable for audit exceptions for failure to comply with contract requirements.

Project Objectives – The project aims to provide a sober environment for community

members to safely and securely seek information, education and support for substance

addiction and recovery. The project will offer a comprehensive range of recovery

services, including peer support, prevention, education, job training, and family support,

ensuring access to additional community resources.

Individuals Served – Mariposa County Substance Use Disorder clients and community

members seeking addiction and recovery support services and information.

Services Location – All services will be provided within Mariposa County in the

township of Mariposa. The service location must be situated in a safe, ADA accessible,

and convenient area providing ease in access to recovery support services.

Hours of Operations- The days and hours of operation are flexible and can be

established by the proposer by mutual agreement with County, with a minimum of no

less than five days or 40 hours per week.

Minimum Service Requirements – Ability to provide a sober support environment

drop-in center location for community member as well as a comprehensive range of

recovery support activities. Ability to track all recovery support service data and furnish

reports to the county in a timely manner.

Program Staffing –

• Experience operating recovery programs.

• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder

• Understanding of various recovery support modalities.

• Peer Support Specialist

• Youth Specialist

• Recovery Coach

• Health Navigator

• Community Health Worker

• Case Manager

Data Gathering, Outcomes, Reports –

• Meet with MCBHRS monthly to discuss program updates, interruptions in

services and any additional program needs or concerns.

• Provide monthly data reports as required by the county for state reporting.

• Provide detailed monthly expenditures for invoicing.

• Successfully participate in an Annual Site Visit conducted by MCBHRS to

monitor program and facility compliance.

Cultural Competence Compliance - The program must serve clients of diverse

racial/ethnic or cultural and linguistic characteristics and offer culturally specific

approaches.

Budget – Please include a detailed overall budget that describes your estimated costs

for this program outlined above, including staffing and training costs.

Reporting Template – Reporting templates are subject to change during contract term

based on state regulations.

Reporting Period and Due Dates

SFY 26-27

Reporting Period

Due Date

07/01/2026 - 9/31/2026 10/15/2026

10/1/2026 - 12/31/2026 1/15/2027

1/1/2027 - 3/31/2027

4/30/2027

4/1/2027 - 06/30/2027 7/31/2027

SFY 27-28

Reporting Period

Due Date

07/01/2027 - 9/31/2027 10/31/2027

10/1/2027 - 12/31/2027 1/31/2028

1/1/2027 - 3/31/2027 4/30/2028

4/1/2027 - 06/30/2027 7/31/2028

Instructions

For each reporting period, providers should complete the following forms to aid counties

in their quarterly reporting requirements.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 541611Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
• NAICS 541990All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• NAICS 621420Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

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