How to bid on Inpatient Behavioral Health Services for the County of Orange

What the County of Orange is buying

The County of Orange is looking for providers to deliver acute inpatient behavioral health treatment. These services are for Medi-Cal-eligible youth, adults, and older adults who have serious mental health conditions, co-occurring medical or substance-use disorders, or severe substance-use disorders. The goal is to stabilize symptoms in a secure environment.

The County plans to establish two master contracts. Eligibility for these contracts depends on state licensure. The County intends to contract with all applicants who meet the specified eligibility and submission requirements.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This opportunity was published on March 31, 2026. The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2027, at 7:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for healthcare providers, specifically those licensed as an Acute Free-Standing Psychiatric Hospital (AFSPH) or a General Acute Care Hospital (GACH). Providers must be capable of offering inpatient behavioral health services for individuals with serious mental health conditions, often with co-occurring medical or substance use disorders, or stand-alone severe substance use disorders.

How to respond

To access the solicitation details and submit your response, you need to use the OpenGov Procurement portal. First, locate the original source for this opportunity. The portal will perform a brief security check, then the project page will load.

You will need to sign in or create a free vendor account on OpenGov Procurement. This account allows you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda notices will be sent through OpenGov.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all requirements related to state licensing for either an Acute Free-Standing Psychiatric Hospital or a General Acute Care Hospital, as this is a key eligibility factor. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates how your facility meets these specific licensure criteria.

Detail your experience and capacity to provide acute inpatient behavioral health treatment for the target populations, including youth, adults, and older adults. Highlight your ability to manage serious mental health conditions, co-occurring medical or substance-use disorders, and severe substance-use disorders in a secure setting. Provide specific examples of how your services align with the program's goal of stabilizing symptoms.