Bid guide
How to bid on Operating Subsidy Payment Program with Sacramento County
What Sacramento County is buying and why it matters
Sacramento County is offering Operating Subsidy Payments (OSP) to eligible adult and senior residential care facilities. These payments are intended to help cover day-to-day operational costs for 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 the closure of these facilities or a reduction in the number of beds available for these residents, thereby avoiding potential homelessness.
This program addresses a shortage of licensed facilities that accept SSI/SSP or CAPI individuals, as many facilities face increasing costs that outpace benefit amounts. If your facility serves these qualified residents, this opportunity can provide crucial financial support to maintain your operations and continue serving a vulnerable population.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This opportunity was published on August 14, 2023. The deadline for submitting your response is December 31, 2027, at 8:00 PM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.
It is important to complete your submission well before the deadline to account for any unforeseen technical issues. Once the deadline passes, late submissions will not be accepted.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for licensed Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs), Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs), and Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill (RCFCIs) located within Sacramento County. Your facility must currently serve or be willing to serve residents who receive or are applying for SSI/SSP or CAPI.
This program is specifically designed for facilities that need operational subsidies to preserve their services for qualified residents and prevent closure or reduction in bed capacity.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details and respond to this solicitation, you need to visit the agency's procurement portal. First, click on the link provided to view the original source on OpenGov Procurement. The first time you access OpenGov, there may be a brief security check; allow it to complete.
Once on the project page, you will need to sign in or create a free vendor account. Signing in allows you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any updates or addenda notices will be communicated through OpenGov, so ensure your account details are current.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly demonstrate your facility's eligibility by providing all required licensing information and proof of your current or intended service to SSI/SSP or CAPI residents. Detail how your facility meets the criteria for an ARF, RCFE, or RCFCI.
Outline your facility's operational costs and how the subsidy would specifically help prevent closure or reduction of beds for qualified residents. Provide a clear and concise explanation of your need and how the funds will be utilized to maintain or expand services for the target population. Ensure all requested documentation is complete and accurately reflects your facility's status and needs.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from County of Sacramento; the original posting controls.