RFI - I CARE

MAGGIE RAMSBERGER DEPARTMENT OF PURCHA SING AND CONTRACTING BRENDA G. MILLER
INTERIM DIRECTOR 5560 OVERLAND AVENUE, SUITE 270 , SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA 92123-1204 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
PHONE (858) 505-6367 FAX (858) 715-6452
July 22, 2026
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) 13306
DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
I CARE
The County of San Diego (County) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to seek input from all interested parties,
agencies, and stakeholders regarding the provision of I CARE.
Services provided through the I CARE program include Outpatient Specialty Mental Health Services (SMHS) and Drop-In
Center (DIC) services for children and youth up to age 21 who have experienced commercial sexual exploitation or are at
risk due to factors such as truancy, homelessness, substance use, domestic violence, prior sexual assault, running away, or
involvement in the foster care system.
This RFI is issued solely for information and planning purposes - it does not constitute a solicitation/Request for
Proposal/etc. or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. This request for information does not commit the County to
contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Respondents are advised that the County will not pay for any information or
administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the
interested party's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitations. It is the
responsibility of the potential respondents to monitor this request for additional information pertaining to this requirement.
The County reserves the right to use, without restriction, any information provided in response to this RFI. Please note that
all information provided in response to this RFI may be subject to disclosure under the California Public Records Act.
RFI MEETING/INDUSTRY DAY:
The County will be hosting a virtual RFI meeting via Microsoft Teams on August 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM San Diego
Time. If your organization is interested in attending, please click here or follow this link:
https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/7c64df6f-4294-4471-ad1d-adfae6aab907@4563af13-c029-41b3-b74c-
965e8eec8f96
Or call in (audio only) +1 619-343-2539 Phone conference ID: 784 316 841#
RFI SUBMITTAL INFORMATION:
Parties interested in providing input to this RFI may submit written responses to the Questionnaire below.
RFI RESPONSES:
Completed questionnaire are due no later than August 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM San Diego Time.
SANDIEGOCOUNTY.GOV

COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO - REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) 13306
DEPARTMENT OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
I CARE
Submit response electronically by uploading your information in either Word or PDF format directly in the BuyNet
system at: https://sdbuynet.sandiegocounty.gov/
Any questions should be submitted through BuyNet by sending a message to the Contracting Officer using the
"Discussions" functionality. Questions and requests for clarification related to this RFI should be submitted in writing
prior to August 11, 2026. Questions received after this deadline may not be answered. Formal County responses to
Questions will be in writing; oral explanations or responses to Questions will not be binding upon the County.
Please note: This Request for Information (RFI) is NOT a procurement action. It is intended for information
gathering only.
Thank you for your interest in responding to this RFI. The County of San Diego looks forward to your organization's
participation in this process.
QUESTIONNAIRE:
1. In your experience, what strategies have been most effective in engaging children and youth who have
experienced Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children (CSEC), or are at risk, in ongoing outpatient Specialty
Mental Health Services (SMHS)?
2. In your experience, what approaches have been successful in transitioning children and youth from Drop-In
Center (DIC) services into ongoing outpatient SMHS?
3. In your experience, how could referrals from schools, the Child and Family Well-Being Department, Probation,
healthcare providers, and community partners to outpatient SMHS be increased for children and youth who have
experienced CSEC, or are at risk?
4. In your experience, what interventions are most effective in addressing the behavioral health needs of children
and youth who have experienced CSEC, or are at risk?
5. Do you have any additional input regarding outpatient Specialty Mental Health Services and Drop-In Center
services for children and youth who have experienced CSEC, or are at risk?
Organization:_________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________________________________________________
Contact Person: _______________________________________________________________________
Phone Number: _________________________________ Email ________________________________
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