How to bid on Capital Projects (CP) - Community Care Expansion (CCE) Preservation Program for Sacramento County

What Sacramento County is buying and why it matters

Sacramento County is offering funding to eligible adult and senior residential care facilities for repairs, upgrades, and other deferred capital projects. This program, called the Community Care Expansion (CCE) Preservation Program, aims to help facilities that serve residents receiving or applying for Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Payment (SSI/SSP) or Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI). The goal is to prevent facility closures or reductions in beds for these qualified residents.

Eligible facilities include Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs), Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), and Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill (RCFCI). The funding can be used for work within the facility's property line, including repairs needed to meet licensing standards.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This opportunity was published on August 14, 2023. The deadline for submitting requests for funding is December 31, 2027, at 8:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for owners and operators of licensed Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs), Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), and Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill (RCFCI) located in Sacramento County. To be eligible, your facility must serve residents who receive or are applying for SSI/SSP or CAPI. The funding is specifically for capital projects, repairs, and upgrades to the facility itself.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full details and respond, you need to go to the original source on OpenGov Procurement. Once there, you may encounter a brief security check, which you should allow to complete. You will then need to sign in or create a free vendor account on OpenGov. This account will allow you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response before the deadline. Any addenda or updates will be communicated through OpenGov.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your request, clearly outline the specific repairs or upgrades needed and how they align with the program's intent to preserve beds for qualified residents. Provide a detailed description of the proposed capital projects, including their scope and estimated costs. Ensure all requested documentation is complete and accurate.

Demonstrate how your facility serves SSI/SSP or CAPI residents and how the requested funding will help maintain or improve your ability to continue serving this population. Highlight any repairs that are critical for meeting licensing standards, as this is a stated use for the funds. Organize your response clearly, making it easy for the county to understand your facility's needs and your proposed solutions.