Addendum I-FINAL.pdf

This Addendum I is issued by the Maryland Department of Education for the School-Based Mental Health Services Program RFP, providing clarifications and modifications to the original solicitation for counseling services. The addendum addresses key procedural matters including proposal submission requirements, evaluation criteria adjustments, and technical clarifications to support bidders in preparing compliant responses. Specific amendments detail changes to the scope of work, staffing requirements, and program delivery expectations to ensure alignment with the department's operational objectives for providing school-based mental health interventions across the state's educational system.

The addendum specifies binding modifications to pricing structures, contract terms, and performance metrics that bidders must incorporate into their proposals. It includes clarifications on insurance requirements, credential verification processes, and compliance documentation necessary for award consideration. The document establishes that all amendments supersede conflicting language in the original RFP and become mandatory elements of any resulting contract award, ensuring all qualified providers understand the final requirements and expectations for delivering school-based mental health counseling services within Maryland's educational framework.