DATE: December 9, 2025
TO: Board of Supervisors
SUBMITTED BY: Kirk Haynes, Chief Probation Officer
SUBJECT: Agreement with Think Hopeful, Inc. for Wellness Services
RECOMMENDED ACTION(S):
TITLE
1. Under Administrative Policy No. 34 for competitive bids or requests for proposals (AP 34), determine that an exception to the competitive bidding requirement under AP 34 is satisfied and a suspension of competition is warranted due to unusual or extraordinary circumstances, as Think Hopeful, Inc. provides wellness services uniquely tailored to Probation staff, and that the best interests of the County would be served by entering into an agreement with Think Hopeful, Inc.; and
2. Approve and authorize the Chairman to execute an Agreement with Think Hopeful, Inc. for wellness services for Probation Department staff, effective January 26, 2026, not to exceed five consecutive years, which includes a three-year base contract and two optional one-year extensions, total not to exceed $373,026.
REPORT
There is no additional Net County Cost associated with the recommended actions, which will allow Think Hopeful to continue providing wellness services to Probation Department staff. These services are primarily available through a customized online platform, which is accessible at all hours, and offers a suite of services uniquely tailored to Probation staff. The platform provides comprehensive daily 1:1 coaching sessions, including customized wellness workshops tailored to organizational needs. Users receive a variety of personalized resources, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness-based materials, guided relaxation and meditation exercises, journaling prompts, and daily wellness tips. This ensures individualized support plans and encourages user engagement and interaction. This item is countywide.
ALTERNATIVE ACTION(S):
If the recommended actions are not approved, Probation staff would lose access to the customized and supportive wellness services provid...
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