The County of Tuolumne (County), through the Probation Department, is soliciting proposals from qualified organizations to provide employment services and emergency support services for justice-involved individuals participating in the County’s Proposition 47 Cohort 5 initiative.
This initiative is a coordinated, multi-agency effort to expand diversion and reentry opportunities for individuals with substance use and co-occurring mental health needs, particularly those eligible under Proposition 36 (Health and Safety Code §11395). The program prioritizes community-based, non-custodial services that address the underlying drivers of criminal behavior, including unemployment, poverty, housing instability, and lack of access to basic resources.
Services procured under this RFP will focus on stabilization and workforce reintegration, providing participants with the tools and support necessary to secure employment, meet basic needs, and successfully transition back into the community. The selected Contractor(s) will play a critical role in improving long-term outcomes, reducing recidivism, and supporting public safety through sustainable reentry pathways.
Background
Tuolumne County is a rural jurisdiction where justice-involved individuals face significant barriers to successful reentry, including limited access to employment opportunities, transportation challenges, and a lack of readily available support services. Many individuals participating in the County’s Proposition 47 initiative—particularly those eligible under Proposition 36—experience chronic unemployment, unstable housing, and unmet basic needs at the time of court involvement or release from custody. These barriers, when unaddressed, contribute to continued system involvement and reduced likelihood of long-term stability.
Local data and partner agency experience indicate that individuals in this population often lack identification, work history, and access to reliable transportation, making it difficult to secure and maintain employment. At the same time, immediate needs such as food, hygiene, and work-related supplies can significantly impact a participant’s ability to engage in services or comply with court-ordered requirements. In a rural setting, these challenges are further compounded by geographic isolation and limited public transit options.
In response, Tuolumne County has developed a coordinated service model that integrates employment services and supportive assistance with treatment and supervision. This approach prioritizes rapid stabilization, workforce engagement, and removal of practical barriers that impede progress. By investing in employment pathways and flexible support services, the County aims to improve participant outcomes, reduce recidivism, and support long-term reintegration into the community.
Project Details
- Reference ID: RFP-2025-0130
- Department: Probation Department
- Department Head: Daniel Hawks (Chief Probation Officer)
Important Dates
- Questions Due: 2026-08-01T00:00:00.000Z
Evaluation Criteria
- Completeness of Proposal (25 pts)
- Qualifications (20 pts)
- Service Delivery/Methodology (25 pts)
- Reasonable Cost of Service (30 pts)
Submission Requirements
- Proposal Elements (required) —
Statement of Understanding and Approach
This section must demonstrate an understanding of the Services. It should describe the general approach, organization and staffing required for the Services requested. If necessary, preliminary investigations, due diligence, and research shall be discussed in this section.
This section should include the following:
An implementation plan that describes in detail (i) the methods, including controls by which your firm or entity manages projects of the type sought by this RFP; (ii) methodology for soliciting and documenting views of internal and external stakeholders; (iii) and any other project management or implementation strategies or techniques that the respondent intends to employ in carrying out the work.
Detailed description of efforts your firm or entity will undertake to achieve client satisfaction and to satisfy the requirements of the "Scope of Work" section.
Detailed project schedule, identifying all tasks and deliverables to be performed, durations for each task, and overall time of completion, including a complete transition plan. Include your plan to deal with fluctuation in service needs and any associated price adjustments.
Detailed description of specific tasks you will require from County staff. Explain what the respective roles of County staff and your staff would be to complete the tasks specified in the Scope of Work.
Proposers are encouraged to provide additional innovative and/or creative approaches for providing the service that will maximize efficient, cost-effective operations or increased performance capabilities. In addition, the County will consider proposals that offer alternative service delivery means and methods for the services desired.
Proposers are also requested to identify any County owned facilities or property which Proposer would propose to use or lease, purchase, or rent from the County in connection with the services to be performed, including information about the terms of any proposed lease, purchase or use of such equipment and facilities, and how this proposed structure affects the overall cost proposal to the County, if applicable.
Company Information
This section shall include contact person information, address and telephone number of the company main office and branch offices. Each Company shall identify itself as to the type of organizational entity (corporation, sole proprietorship, partnership, joint venture, etc.). Any supplemental information that Company believes may be pertinent to the selection process may be provided.
The Proposal shall identify any litigation, mediation, or arbitration, regarding the performance of any services similar to the Services, in which the Company has been involved in the past five (5) years. If the Services require a license or certification, the Proposal shall include any claims or disciplinary action taken against Company or any of Company’s key personnel within the past five years.
Company Personnel
This section shall contain names, contact numbers and description of experience, including licenses and/or certifications, of all key personnel who would be assigned to perform the Services. Members of the Company’s professional team (managers, contact person, etc.) should be identified by name, title, phone number, and description of the portion of work they will be assigned to perform under this Agreement. Also include major subcontractors (if any) and their degree of involvement in this program. If the Company is including any subcontractors, the Company shall identify how long the Company has worked with the subcontractor.
An affirmative statement should be included that the proposer and all assigned key professional staff are properly licensed to practice in California.
Disclosure
Please disclose any and all past or current business and personal relationships with any current County elected official, appointed official, County employee, or family member of any current County elected official, appointed official, or County employee. Any past or current business relationship may not disqualify the firm from consideration.
Experience and References
The Proposal must demonstrate that the Company, or its key personnel, meets the minimum experience requirement in in the Minimum Qualifications Section with a legally registered business name, that provides services of a similar type and scope as described in the Scope of Services. A Company shall not have filed for bankruptcy under any business name over the past five (5) years.
Company shall provide at least 3 references, within the past 5 years, of clients for whom services have been performed that are comparable in quality and scope to that specified in this RFP. The references shall include client names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of the clients for whom prior work was performed and include an explanation of the services provided along with project start and end dates.
- Proposal Cost (required) —
Proposer shall upload a fee schedule here. Information should include any and all costs associated with the fulfillment of the Scope of Services.
- Pricing (required) —
Select the option that best suits the pricing needs for this solicitation.
An Electronic Pricing Tableallows vendors to enter pricing directly into the system, and the system can automatically tabulate pricing results and provide pricing analysis.
A Separate Pricing Document will not be automatically tabulated. It will be received by each respondent as a document upload that will need to be evaluated manually.
- Do you know what the Initial Term will be for the Contract? (required) —
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- Initial Term (required) —
The term of the initial contract awarded under this RFP will be for _________________. (Enter the number of years/months in the following format ex: one (1) two (2) week)
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- Extensions (required) —
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- Extension Options (required) —
By mutual agreement, this contract may be extended for ______________, under the following circumstances. (Enter the number of years/months in the following format ex: one (1) two (2) week)
- Termination (required) —
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- Insurance Requirements (required) —
Does this project and/or service require any of the following insurance provisions?