The County of Orange’s Social Services Agency is seeking qualified firms to operate Foster Family Agency (FFA) Resource Family Homes at the Tustin Family Campus. The contractor must hold a valid California FFA license, meet five‑year experience requirements, and comply with extensive federal, state, and local regulations (including civil rights, labor, and grant‑fund provisions). Proposals are submitted electronically; questions are due September 14 2026, and the final bid deadline is September 29 2026. The award will be made after an evaluation of technical and cost criteria, with possible in‑person interviews in October. The contract will be for the provision of licensed foster‑family housing services, including staffing, child‑care, compliance reporting, and lease/license administration with the County.
• Scope: Operate licensed foster‑family homes at the Tustin campus, providing safe, compliant housing for children placed in foster care.
• Requirements: Valid FFA license, five years of similar experience, D‑U‑N‑S and UEI numbers, compliance with federal grant rules, DVBE certification (if applicable), and adherence to County procurement policies.
• Submission: Electronic via OpenGov portal; mandatory forms include license, program statement, financial statements, and various certifications.
• Timeline: RFP released 8/27/26 → Questions due 9/14/26 → Bid due 9/29/26 → Interviews 10/22/26 → Award pending Board of Supervisors approval.
• Evaluation: Scoring based on technical qualifications, past performance, and compliance; award may be negotiated and is subject to Board approval.