Active SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
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Contra Costa County seeks a Lead Entity to develop and implement the Federal D. Glover Community Wellness Network, focusing on racial equity and social justice. This RFQ invites local agencies and organizations to submit qualifications by August 6, 2026.
The Contra Costa County Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice (ORESJ) is seeking submissions of qualifications from local agencies, organizations and collaboratives qualified to serve as the Lead Entity for the development and implementation of the Federal D. Glover Community Wellness Network (formerly the African American Holistic Wellness & Resource Hub). **Solicitation Type**: RFQ - Request for Qualifications (Formal) **Source ID**: PU.AG.USA.2749388.C18641051 **Piggyback Contract**: No **Questions are submitted online**: Yes **Bid Submission Type**: Electronic Bid Submission **Owner Organization**: Office of Racial Equity and Social Justice **Solicitation Number**: RFQ_QUAL_F-Contr-0000000038 **Reference Number**: 0000418476 **Pricing**: No Pricing **Bid Documents List**: | Item Name | Description | Mandatory | Limited to 1 file | |---|---|---|---| | Bid Documents | Documents defining the proposal | Yes | No | **Pre-Bidding Events**: Event: Prebid Conference | Date: 07/08/2026 04:00 PM EDT | Location: Virtual Zoom Meeting: https://cccounty-us.zoom.us/meeting/register/lzqSEmRmSZWT1pGM7o_Smw **Questions and Answers**: | Question | Answer | |---|---| | After the Board of Directors is established, which operational, budgetary, personnel, procurement, and policy decisions remain subject to ORESJ approval, and which become the responsibility of the Lead Entity? | During the Lead Entity’s three (3) year funding and contract period with Contra Costa County, and before a Board of Directors is established, the Lead Entity must regularly meet and consult with ORESJ for operational, budgetary, personnel, procurement and policy decision as it relates to the finalized and approved contract agreement (including the project scope of work, deliverables, budget). If the Lead Entity proposes to change or deviate from the agreed upon contract in substantive or significant ways that require a contract amendment, approval from ORESJ is required. This level of oversight is designed to ensure fidelity to the original intent and purpose of the Federal Glover Community Wellness Network (FGCWN). In addition, the Lead Entity will provide regular monthly progress updates to and solicit feedback from the Transitional Community Advisory Board (TCAB). Once a Board of Directors is established, the Lead Entity will seek overall operational, budgetary and programmatic guidance, direction and approval from the Board of Directors (and Community Council). ORESJ will continue to serve as a strategic thought partner and consult on decisions pertaining to overall direction and development of the FGCWN, but ORESJ authority over operational, budgetary and programmatic decisions will be limited to any proposed substantive or significant changes or deviations from the agreed upon contract. Additionally, once the Board of Directors and Community Council are established, the Lead Entity will no longer meet monthly with the TCAB. | | Will the Community Council serve solely in an advisory capacity, or will it have formal voting or approval authority over programs, policies, funding, or strategic decisions? | As currently designed, the Community Council will serve in an advisory capacity only and will not have formal voting or approval authority over programs, policies, funding or strategic decisions. Once the Board of Directors is established, the Board will have formal voting and approval authority. However, it is an expectation that Community Council feedback and recommendations will weigh heavily in decisions made by the Lead Entity and its Board of Directors, particularly as it pertains to decisions that directly impact the services, programs, and support that program participants and community members receive through the FGCWN. | | What specific KPIs, milestones, or performance targets will be used to evaluate the Lead Entity during the initial one-year contract? | On pages 9-15 of the RFQ, the deliverables and annual objectives of the Lead Entity are described. The following are examples of key performance indicators: successful outreach and hiring of an Executive Director; successful outreach and formation of a Board of Directors; successful outreach and formation of a Community Council; successful application and attainment of an independent 501(c)3 status; number of network service provider convenings organized and held by the Lead Entity; number of capacity-building and/or training workshops offered to network service providers and partners; development of communication/collaboration protocols and processes for within and across the network; number of collaborative meetings conducted with individual network service providers; number of in-network and out-of-network, respectively, service referrals made and number of successful referrals completed; identification and development of data collection tools, resources and practices to implement across the network; creation of a 10-year sustainability and fund development plan; number of meetings with potential funding partners; development and implementation of outreach and engagement strategy and activities to encourage community participation and increase community awareness of FGCWN-related services and programs; number of meetings with ORESJ, TCAB, and BOS Equity Committee; timely submission of quarterly reporting and invoicing materials. ORESJ believes in a collaborative approach that honors working in close partnership with the Lead Entity and community. The FGCWN is a new and innovative endeavor with room to iterate and grow these first-year performance metrics from year to year; an objective is to collectively learn what progress and success looks like, as defined by program staff, program participants and community members. | | Will Contra Costa County require the use of a specific data collection and reporting platform, or is the Lead Entity expected to procure and implement its own solution? | Contra Costa County will not require the use of a specific data collection and reporting platform. The Lead Entity is expected to convene and/or solicit feedback and insights from network partners and then implement a data collection and reporting system that is feasible and effective for the Lead Entity, network service providers, and Contra Costa County. If it is determined that procuring a data collection platform or database is necessary, ORESJ and the Lead Entity will discuss and formulate a plan together. | | Will Contra Costa County require the use of a specific data collection and reporting platform, or is the Lead Entity expected to procure and implement its own solution? | Contra Costa County will not require the use of a specific data collection and reporting platform. The Lead Entity is expected to convene and/or solicit feedback and insights from network partners and then implement a data collection and reporting system that is feasible and effective for the Lead Entity, network service providers, and Contra Costa County. If it is determined that procuring a data collection platform or database is necessary, ORESJ and the Lead Entity will discuss and formulate a plan together. | | Which implementation functions are expected to be performed by County staff versus the Lead Entity during Phases 1 and 2? | In short, the Lead Entity will be responsible for nurturing partnerships, establishing communication practices, and coordinating collaboration across network service partners. This includes providing capacity building and training opportunities, developing, documenting and implementing referral pathways and protocols, and establishing network identity and culture that lifts up and honors the original intent and vision of the FGCWN, which is to identify, address, and eliminate health and wellness disparities for Black and African American communities in Contra Costa. Lead Entity will also be responsible for developing a long-term sustainability plan and leading fund development efforts. Lead Entity will also prioritize the needs and perspectives of impacted community members and create spaces for participation and leadership of those with lived experience and expertise in planning and decision-making. ORESJ implementation functions are described on pages 10-11 in the RFQ. In short, ORESJ will serve as a bridge and liaison to County leadership and departments, while also providing support and strategic thought partnership to the FGCWN. ORESJ will support and facilitate partnerships between County departments and the FGCWN that nurture increased communication and collaboration, cross-program referrals and co-learning opportunities. In particular, ORESJ will work with County departments to leverage and connect existing County services and programs to FGCWN service providers that expand access for Black and African-American community members and other marginalized, vulnerable community members. ORESJ will pursue funding opportunities for research and evaluation of FGCWN-related programming and activities and also pursue funding partnerships and opportunities from private and public sources for the FGCWN-related infrastructure, programming and activities.... (PLEASE SEE THE ENTIRE RESPONSE IN THE ADDENDUM #5 ATTACHMENT) | | The RFQ and the July 9 bidders' conference clarified that the organization selected as Lead Entity may not also apply to the forthcoming Service Provider RFP. We would like to confirm the scope of that restriction in the following scenario. If a nonprofit organization submits a Scope of Qualifications as the sole Lead Entity applicant, and a separate professional corporation (with its own officers, independent financials, and its own staff, but sharing two individuals among its founders with the Lead Entity applicant) has not itself applied for the Lead Entity role, would that separate professional corporation remain eligible to apply to the Service Provider RFP once released? We want to confirm our understanding of the County's intent regarding this restriction before structuring our submissions. | Lead Entity applicants, including individuals or members within a Lead Entity agency collaborative, may not also apply for the upcoming FGCWN Service Providers RFP. The intent behind restricting the selected Lead Entity from also applying for funds through the FGCWN Service Providers RFP is to eliminate the potential for a conflict of interest or creating any unfair advantages for service providers. For example, if the Lead Entity and its leaders also lead a funded service provider organization within the network, there may be potential of service referrals (or other kinds of resources or advantages) being prioritized to that service organization due to personal relationships or influence. In addition, given the one-time allocation of limited funds and distinct and vital roles held by the Lead Entity, applicants must determine which role they are best suited to hold. | | Good Afternoon, Does the blue ink signature on the Cover Letter in Section 1 of the RFQ need to be wet (i.e. live signature) or can it be a digital signature? | Yes, a digital signature from the appropriate agency official is acceptable. | | Good Afternoon, What role will the network lead entity have in the selection of the network service providers? | The Lead Entity will have no role in selecting the service provider grantees. For a fuller description of the role and responsibilities of the Lead Entity, refer to the RFQ (Scope of Services for Lead Entity, pages 7 – 10). The county will issue a separate RFP for FGCWN service providers. All board approved contracts resulting from the solicitation will be managed by ORESJ on behalf of the county. | | Hello, Can the lead entity for the Community Wellness Network apply to be a service provider as part of the network? | No, the Lead Entity may not apply to the upcoming county released FGCWN Service Provider RFP to be a service provider grantee. The Lead Entity is tasked with coordinating the grantee service provider cohort. Given the one-time allocation of limited funds and distinct and vital roles held by the Lead Entity, applicants must determine which role they are best suited to hold. | **Addendums**: | Addendum | Date | Note | |---|---|---| | Addendum No. 1 | 07/13/2026 04:57 PM EDT | | | Addendum No. 2 | 07/13/2026 05:05 PM EDT | | | Addendum No. 3 | 07/13/2026 05:46 PM EDT | | | Addendum No. 4 | 07/13/2026 05:50 PM EDT | | | Addendum No. 5 | 07/17/2026 06:53 PM EDT | |
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