Summary

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for statewide substance use disorder treatment services. The procurement seeks qualified providers to deliver comprehensive SUD treatment and recovery support services across Maine, including detoxification, medication-assisted treatment, intensive outpatient programs, outpatient counseling, and recovery support services for individuals with opioid and other substance use disorders. The RFP establishes a performance-based contracting framework with regional service delivery requirements. Proposals were due by 2:00 PM on the specified deadline date, with the contract anticipated to commence on July 1, 2024, for an initial term of three years with two optional one-year renewal periods. The state conducted a bidders' conference to address proposer questions and clarify requirements prior to the submission deadline.

The contract utilizes a combination of state general fund appropriations and federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) block grant funding to support service delivery. Pricing shall be submitted on a per-unit-of-service basis with rates subject to state negotiation and approval. The RFP includes provisions for both incumbent provider continuity and new provider opportunities, with evaluation criteria emphasizing clinical quality, organizational capacity, financial stability, and demonstrated experience in substance use disorder treatment. Providers must maintain compliance with state licensing standards, accreditation requirements, and performance metrics established in the contract, with ongoing monitoring and reporting obligations throughout the contract term.