94764_LegalAd_Affidavit_111267.pdf

This is a legal advertisement and affidavit for a Request for Proposals issued by the Santa Fe Municipal Court in New Mexico for Clinical Assessment Services for its DUI/Drug Court Program. The RFP seeks qualified and licensed mental health professionals to conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for DUI offenders referred to the program. Key dates include a pre-proposal meeting on January 26, 2026, a written questions deadline of January 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM, proposal submission deadline of February 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM, interviews scheduled for February 20, 2026, and anticipated contract award on April 9, 2026. The contract is designated as a single award procurement evaluated using a best-value approach with scoring criteria weighted as follows: Scope/Level of Expertise Plan (35%), Value Added Plan (10%), Cost Proposal (30%), Interview (25%), and Local Preference (3-6%).

Qualified assessors must be licensed mental health professionals (Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist) with a minimum of three years of experience in substance use disorder assessments. Service providers are required to utilize evidence-based assessment tools such as the Addiction Severity Index (ASI) and Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory (SASSI), conduct follow-up assessments at minimum every six months, and develop biopsychosocial assessments. All assessments and documentation must comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations. Local preference points are available for businesses certified as Resident Businesses within Santa Fe municipal limits, with additional preference for those utilizing local subcontractors. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov platform. The RFP does not specify a precise contract term length, renewal options, budget range, award value, or incumbent vendors.