DHS SP SS DBHR FY27 Illinois 988 Improvement Project

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Mental Health (DHS/DBHR) awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to Dr. Amy C Watson for $10,872.00, effective July 1, 2026 through September 29, 2026. The contract requires the contractor to provide reporting and assessment services related to the Illinois 988 Improvement Project, a mental health crisis response initiative. Dr. Watson will review performance data submitted to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), assess progress toward established project goals and objectives, and deliver periodic reports to support project management and decision-making.

The engagement is structured as a three-month initial term with deliverables focused on performance analysis and improvement recommendations. Dr. Watson's responsibilities include determining whether project outcomes are being achieved and identifying necessary adjustments to enhance project effectiveness. The contract is governed by the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, which establish mandatory requirements including insurance coverage, record retention for three years, payment processing under the State Prompt Payment Act, and a $15 minority contractor initiative fee applicable to contracts exceeding $1,000.