The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified academic institutions to provide Student Professional Development Program (SPDP) services. The goal of the SPDP is to partner with local universities and professional schools to educate and train students in various fields, including nursing, occupational therapy, and social work. The selected academic institutions will enter into Master Agreements with the County to provide these services. The Master Agreement term will be from the date of execution to June 30, 2028, with the option to extend for up to two additional one-year periods. The County will continuously accept Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) throughout the duration of the Master Agreement. Key requirements include: * Meeting minimum mandatory requirements, such as not having unresolved questioned costs and being fully accredited by a recognized educational institution accreditation body * Demonstrating experience and qualifications to provide SPDP services * Providing proof of insurability and licenses * Complying with the County's Lobbyist Ordinance and Jury Service Program * Submitting an SOQ that includes all required forms and information * Accepting the terms and conditions of the Master Agreement Some of the key benefits of this opportunity include: * The chance to partner with the County to provide educational and training services to students * The opportunity to enter into a Master Agreement with the County * The potential to provide services to the County for up to 10 years * The chance to work with a variety of students and professionals in different fields However, there are also some challenges and considerations to keep in mind, such as: * The need to meet the minimum mandatory requirements and demonstrate experience and qualifications * The requirement to comply with the County's Lobbyist Ordinance and Jury Service Program * The need to submit a complete and responsive SOQ * The potential for the County to reject any or all SOQs Overall, this opportunity is a good fit for academic institutions that have experience providing educational and training services, and that are able to meet the minimum mandatory requirements and comply with the County's regulations.