Active SLED Opportunity · CALIFORNIA · PASADENA

    Prop 47 HOME Diversion Program Services

    Issued by Pasadena
    cityRFPPasadenaSol. 288077
    Open · 15d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    15
    due Aug 20, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Jul 30, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    Pasadena
    city
    NAICS CODE
    624190
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    Pasadena seeks a nonprofit to implement the Prop 47 HOME Diversion Program, providing housing and support services to reduce recidivism among unhoused adults with mental health or substance use disorders through a trauma-informed alternative to prosecution.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    288077
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    open
    Level
    city
    Published Date
    July 30, 2026
    Due Date
    August 20, 2026
    NAICS Code
    624190AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    Pasadena
    Agency
    Pasadena

    Description

    The Pasadena City Attorney/City Prosecutor’s Office works to arrive at creative solutions, which effectively address issues affecting residents and businesses in the City and assure that the public interest is well served in the areas of civic representation and criminal prosecution. 

    The City Prosecutor seeks to contract with a qualified nonprofit agency to implement its pilot HOME Diversion Program to reduce recidivism among unhoused adults with mental health and/or substance use disorders. HOME is grant funded through the California Board of State and Community Corrections (CA BSCC) Prop 47 Cohort 5. 

    The program will provide a low-barrier, trauma-informed alternative to prosecution for individuals cited, arrested, charged with, or at risk to be arrested for non-violent misdemeanors. Eligible participants will be diverted from the criminal justice system into immediate interim housing with wraparound services such as case management, behavioral health therapy, substance use counseling, housing navigation and job training. The program aims to reduce recidivism, homelessness, and improve public health and safety in Pasadena.

    Background

    The Office of the City Attorney / City Prosecutor represents the City of Pasadena with the utmost professionalism and providing the highest quality legal service. The Office consists of three divisions which include Civil, Prosecution, and Oversight Commission Support. Specifically, the Prosecution Division prosecutes misdemeanor offenses occurring in the City of Pasadena arising out of violations of State or municipal law. The Prosecution Division is committed to incorporating community partnerships and collaborations that expand and improve on efforts to divert individuals away from criminal justice involvement through diversion focused programs and improved mental health and substance use recovery supports. 

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: 2026-APP-0451
    • Department: City Attorney
    • Department Head: Michele Bagneris (City Attorney/City Prosecutor)

    Important Dates

    • Questions Due: 2026-08-06T00:00:00.000Z
    • Pre-Proposal Meeting: 2026-08-04T21:00:00.000Z — Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/236049118198820?p=D6lGFIZuLmH8eYaBFK Meeting ID: 236 049 118 198 820 Passcode: aB2TN9C9 ________________________________________ Need help? | System reference Dial in by phone +1 213-493-7443,,443079555# United States, Los Angeles Find a local number Phone conference ID: 443 079 555# For organizers: Meeting options | Reset dial-in PIN ________________________________________________________________________________

    Evaluation Criteria

    • Experience, Certifications, and References (40 pts)

      Points will be assigned to vendors with the depth of experience and technical capability required to successfully manage programs of this size and complexity as delineated in the Scope of Work. In addition to evaluating a vendor’s prior work with municipal agencies and projects of similar scope or prior BSCC-funded program experience. Points will be assigned for demonstrated experience operating interim housing programs, as well as direct work with criminal justice–involved populations and individuals experiencing mental health or substance use challenges. We aim to understand each vendor’s relevant experience, certifications, and technical experience.

    • Program Outcomes (25 pts)

      Points will be assigned for the vendor’s ability to effectively track, measure, and report program outcomes required under BSCC guidelines, with particular emphasis on recidivism, housing stability, and mental health or substance use disorder progress. The vendor should include the proposed data‑collection methods, tracking systems, and any demonstrated experience managing outcome data for Prop 47 funded programs or comparable programs. Vendor should also include the methods they intend to implement with participants who graduate from the HOME program to track whether they recidivate or not.

    • Community Engagement (5 pts)

      Points will be assigned based on how the vendor uses its internal and external networks to connect participants with appropriate services. In the case that the agency does not internally offer programs focused on workforce development and/or domestic-violence services, describe the agency’s strategy for building or strengthening relationships with local agencies to meet program requirements.

    • Administrative Capacity (20 pts)

      Points will be assigned for staffing assigned to this project/contract, and staff accessibility and availability to the project. Provide a copy of the agency’s organizational chart, and the total number of agency staff. Points will be assigned to vendors based on their ability to rapidly ramp up staffing by exhibiting immediate hiring capacity or clearly outlining hiring processes, including how long it takes to onboard qualified personnel. Provide comprehensive position descriptions that align with the scope of work.

    • Reverse Ratio Method (10 pts)

      Points will be assigned based on a "Reverse Ratio Method." The applicant's cost proposal must include all costs associated with providing the proposed solutions, including implementation, delivery, and any recurring costs, as specified in the Scope of Work and the Price Proposal.

      Under this method, the applicant with the Highest Leveraged Funding will receive the maximum number of points allocated for cost. All other applications will receive a proportional percentage of the available points based on the relationship of their evaluated leverage funding to the highest evaluated leveraging funding.

      Awarded points shall be calculated using the following formula:

       

      Evaluated Leveraged Funding ÷ Highest Leveraged Funding Evaluated × Maximum Points Allowed = Awarded Points

    Submission Requirements

    • Acknowledgements
    • Proposer Certification (required)

      By submitting this bid the proposer hereby certifies under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of California that all representations made in the documents that comprise the proposal for Prop 47 HOME Diversion Program Services due on Thursday, August 20, 2026 are true and correct to the best of my knowledge at the time of the proposal’s submission.

    • Pasadena Municipal Code 10.46 (required)

      By submitting an application the applicant is indicating they have read and agree to the requirements set forth in Chapter 10.46 of the Pasadena Municipal Code and the Towing Operations Manual (included in attachments named "10.46 Pasadena Municipal Code" and "City of Pasadena Towing Franchise System Operations Manual 2024).

    • APPLICATION

      The entire proposal must be formatted on standard-size 8½”x11” pages; 12 point font only. The "Technical Proposal," "Additional Data," and "Statement of Qualifications" can be no more than 50 grand total pages.

    • Mandatory Content (required)
      • Application (Acknowledged by Applicant)
      • Cover letter/Table of Contents/ Technical Proposal/ Statement of Qualifications and/or Experience
      • Cost Proposal (Leverage Funding)
      • Lists of vehicles and personnel 
      • Required Certifications AND Forms (see items in this Checklist)
      • Additional Data (if required)

      Subsequent to the closing of this solicitation, the selected vendor will be required to provide the following documents within 10 calendar days of being notified, otherwise the submitted proposal may be deemed non-responsive.

      • Request for Tax Payer Identification Number and Certification (IRS Form W-9)
      • Pasadena Business License (if required)
      • Any Required Licenses or Certifications
      • All Insurance Required by this Solicitation (If Required) #Insurance Requirements

    • Franchise Application (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Cover Letter, Table of Contents & Technical Proposal Only - Proposal Submittal (required)

      “Cover Letter” shall be a maximum one-page letter including the name and address of the organization submitting the proposal; whether the proposing firm is an individual, partnership, corporation or joint venture; and the name, mailing/e-mail addresses, and telephone/fax numbers the contact person who will be authorized to make representations for the organization.

      “TECHNICAL PROPOSAL” shall include a Table of Contents and, demonstrate the Applicant's full understanding of the SCOPE OF WORK and the effort needed to complete the Project on time and within the budget through the submittal of a proposed work plan including project deliverables (identify specifically and thoroughly for each portion of and phase). No pricing shall be included in this section.

      The TECHNICAL PROPOSAL shall include a proposed work schedule to indicate duration and completion dates, including the dates of Deliverables/Milestones and estimates of the amount of time to be spent with City Staff during each phase of the project.

      The application shall include a Statement of Qualifications that highlight your company’s most applicable products, services, and experience.

      The application must be formatted on standard-size 8½”x11” pages; 12 point font only. The "Technical Proposal," "Additional Data," and "Statement of Qualifications" can be no more than a grand total of 50 combined.

    • Cost Proposal (Leverage Funding) (required)

      Applicants (Proposers) are required to submit documentation including a letter of leveraged funds in an amount not less than $107,958.

    • List of Vehicles and Personnel
    • Copy of License or Certification (required)

      Please upload a copy of your: TBD

    • California Department of Industrial Relations Registration Verification (required)

      Solely for the purpose of verification. Please enter your Public Works Contractor Registration Number. This will be verified against the state database for the Department of Industrial Relations Registration.

    • List of Vehicles & Personnel (required)

      Please load list of vehicles and personnel.

    • REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS (FORMS)

      Please download, complete and submit any required forms below.

    • AA1; AA2; AA3; SIGNATURE & LEGAL STATUS; AND DECLARATION OF NON-Collusion (required)

      If your proposal does not include all of the below items, it may be deemed non-responsive.

      • Each PROPOSER must submit a completed Form AA-1. Failure to submit this form will result in automatic disqualification with no exceptions unless PROPOSER has an approved form on file with the City.
      • Form AA-2 is required to be submitted for projects involving labor or services in excess of $25,000.
      • Form AA-3 is Optional. (Copies attached)
      • A completed and signed "Declaration of Non-Collusion." (Copy attached)
      • SIGNATURE & LEGAL STATUS (Copy attached)
      • Evidence of certification by State of California as a small or micro-business, if claiming such preference – https://caleprocure.ca.gov/pages/PublicSearch/supplier-search.aspx

    • Taxpayer Protection Amendment Disclosure (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

      ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT

      For RFP/RFQ where the selected vendor/contract will require City Council approval (check with City project manager for clarification), the following requirement applies:

      • TAX PAYER PROTECTION ACT – PROPOSER SUBMITS A COPY OF THE COMPLETED TPA FORM TO THE CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

      E-MAIL: OfficialRecords-CityClerk@Cityofpasadena.net

    • Conflict of Interest (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Relevant Experience Form (required)

      Complete and submit the attached Relevant Experience Form with your bid to demonstrate experience with projects of similar scope and size to that which is to be performed.

    • Designated Representative (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Criteria and Assurance for Non-Governmental Organizations that Receive BSCC Grant Funds as a Subcontractor (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Federal Forms
    • Federal Required Certification (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Unique Entity Identifier (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • PROOF OF AUTHORITY
    • Proof of Authority - Identity Confirmation (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Proof of Authority - Incumbency Certificate (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Proof of Authority - Certificate of Secretary

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • Proof of Authority - Resolution (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • HUD REQUIREMENTS
    • HUD Federal Forms (under $200k) (required)

      In addition to the items listed above, the following list is provided for the convenience of both you and the City and to help eliminate errors and omissions which may render your bid unacceptable. The following forms are required to be submitted with your bid: https://www.cityofpasadena.net/finance/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/HUD-Federal-Forms-under-200k.pdf?v=1674593673378

      HUD Federal Forms (under $200k)

      • Worker’s Compensation Certification
      • Federal Lobbyist Certification
      • Non-Segregated Facilities Certification
      • Past Performance Certification
      • Notice of Equal Employment Opportunity
      • List of Proposed Subcontractors
    • HUD Federal Forms (Over $200k) (required)

      In addition to the items listed above, the following list is provided for the convenience of both you and the City and to help eliminate errors and omissions which may render your bid unacceptable. The following forms are required to be submitted with your bid: https://www.cityofpasadena.net/finance/wp-content/uploads/sites/27/HUD-Federal-Forms-over-200k.pdf?v=1674593673378

      HUD Federal Forms (Over $200k)

      • Worker’s Compensation Certification
      • Federal Lobbyist Certification
      • Non-Segregated Facilities Certification
      • Past Performance Certification
      • Notice of Equal Employment Opportunity
      • List of Proposed Subcontractors
      • Section 3 Business Concern
      • Business Concern Affirmation
      • Notice of Section 3 Commitment
      • Section 3 Economic Opportunity Plan
    • Active SAM Registration (required)

      All vendors responding to this solicitation must provide a copy of their Active SAM Registration with their proposal.

    • Disclosure of Contracts with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) (required)

      Disclosures:
      Respondents are invited to disclose any current contracts, subcontracts, or agreements with DHS, including any related data-sharing arrangements.  If provided, respondents may include:

      • DHS agency or sub-agency (if applicable)
      • General description of services
      • Whether data-sharing with third parties is involved

      If no such relationships exist, respondents may indicate “No.”

      Questions related to the disclosure shall be asked and answered through the solicitation Question and Answer process. The completed disclosure form will be reviewed by and shared with the City Manager’s office.  Please upload this form as part of the submittal checklist and email a copy to CMOContractsAssessement@cityofpasadena.net.

    • Additional Data (if necessary)

      “Additional Data” shall include any other data the PROPOSER deems essential to the evaluation of the proposal, i.e., letter of reference, other related projects, etc., or other required documents.

      The entire proposal must be formatted on standard-size 8½”x11” pages; 12 point font only. The "Technical Proposal," "Additional Data," and "Statement of Qualifications" can be no more than a grand total of 50 combined.

    • Funding
    • How is this Procurement Funded? (required)

      Select a general funding source

    • Confirm requirements from the Grantor are Satisfied (required)
    • Please include the full name of the funding agency (not the program): (required)

      For Example: "Homeland Security"

    • Amount of Award from HUD was: (required)

      This amount is the dollar value of the award from HUD. Contact Housing if you have questions.

    • Setup
    • Unique Application Templates (required)

      Your selection will automatically insert attachments, instructions, and submittal requirements unique to the application you select.

    • Include a Sample Price Proposal? (required)
    • How many grand total pages should be included in the "Technical Proposal," the "Additional Data," and the "Statement of Qualifications" combined? (required)
    • Are there any License or Certification Requirement? (required)

      This particular question is to be answered for the company (or their subcontractors) not their employees.

    • License or Certification Type: (required)

      Please enter the specific License or Certification required to be eligible to compete on this solicitation. For example, "CPA - Certified Public Accountant."

    • Is this a License from the State of California Licensing Board? (required)
    • Does this procurement include buying a public work? (required)

      State of California Definition: Construction, alteration, demolition, installation, or repair work done under contract and paid in whole or in part out of public funds. It can include preconstruction and post-construction activities related to a public works project.

    • Is experience required to be eligible to compete on this solicitation? (required)
    • Evaluation Criteria
    • Select Evaluation Criteria
    • Contract Terms
    • Base Contract Duration: How many years will be included for the base contract? (required)
    • Optional Renewals: How many one-year optional contract renewals will be included with the contract? (required)
    • Award Method? (required)

      General definitions and parameters of each approach.

      • Award to the Winner: This is a traditional public procurement where the winning bid or proposal is selected based on the Lowest, Responsive and Responsible Bidder when using a Competitive Bid process; or the Highest Scored Proposal when using the Competitive Selection process.
      • Split Award: A “Split-Award” is designed to specify and distinguish separate Groups of awards based on separate specifications or Scopes of Work. A vendor can respond to any combination of the Groups provided they are responsive and responsible. Each Group is evaluated and awarded independently. Effectively, there could be a separate winner for each Group.
      • Back Up Vendor (RFPs Only): This method is intended to contract with a back up vendor in the event the winner is unable to fulfill the contract.

    Key dates

    1. July 30, 2026Published
    2. August 20, 2026Responses Due

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