When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 10, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 25, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $9,000,000.

It was issued by County Of San Mateo. The work is located in California, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experienced nonprofit or social services organization focused on homelessness prevention. Proven ability to coordinate multi-provider community service networks. Experience administering public or philanthropic direct financial assistance funds. Familiarity with program evaluation, reporting, outreach, and stakeholder engagement. Established presence or strong partnerships in San Mateo County.

Right at Home Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program Service (Due September 10, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

California, United StatesPosted: August 13, 2026Deadline: September 10, 2026

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SUMMARY

San Mateo County seeks a Network Coordinator and Fiscal Agent to coordinate the Right at Home Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program, manage provider collaboration, and administer direct financial assistance. The engagement also includes outreach, reporting, evaluation, and adherence to the program model.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be registered with the System for Award Management (SAM)
Must have a Unique Entity ID (UEI) number
Must be currently providing services in San Mateo County
Must have a physical office located in at least one of the nine Bay Area counties
Must be willing and able to comply with HMIS, reporting, privacy, and evaluation/RCT requirements
Must have at least two cumulative years of experience serving as a lead agency or coordinating entity for multi-partner projects
Must have at least three years of experience administering direct financial assistance or comparable fiscal operations with documented internal controls
Must have at least three years of experience providing housing stabilization, homelessness prevention, or related services
Must be able to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed services and language access

BUDGET

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$9,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

RFP Released: August 12th, 2026

Pre-Proposal Meeting: August 18th, 2026

Deadline for Questions and Comments: August 25th, 2026

Proposal Due Date and Time: September 10th, 2026

Anticipated Contract Award Date: December 8th, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 25, 2026

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

County Of San Mateo

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DESCRIPTION

The selected vendor will coordinate implementation of the Right at Home Targeted Homelessness Prevention Program across participating providers in San Mateo County and administer direct financial assistance on behalf of the program. Responsibilities will include day-to-day coordination with network partners, support for outreach and marketing efforts, communication and coordination among program partners, and assistance with program evaluation and reporting.

The Network Coordinator and Fiscal Agent will work closely with the Center on Homelessness to support consistent implementation of the Right at Home model and maintain fidelity to the program model. The vendor will serve as the primary point of coordination among the Center on Homelessness, supportive services providers, and the legal services provider; convene regular meetings of funded partners; and facilitate information sharing and problem-solving across the provider network.

The vendor will administer direct financial assistance funds in accordance with agency-approved policies and procedures. Questions must be submitted by August 25, 2026, and the pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 10, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 25, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $9,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by County Of San Mateo. The work is located in California, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experienced nonprofit or social services organization focused on homelessness prevention
Proven ability to coordinate multi-provider community service networks
Experience administering public or philanthropic direct financial assistance funds
Familiarity with program evaluation, reporting, outreach, and stakeholder engagement
Established presence or strong partnerships in San Mateo County

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