AddNo 07 DCF ITN 2223 011.pdf

This document is an Addendum to the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) issued by the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (SAMH), for the procurement of a Behavioral Health Services Managing Entity for the Central Region of Florida. The addendum updates the timeline for the solicitation, including the anticipated posting of the intended contract award from 11/01/2024 to 11/22/2024, and the anticipated effective date of the contract from 07/01/2025. The Central Region includes the following counties: Brevard, Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Highlands, Lake, Marion, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, and Sumter. Organizations may submit replies that differ from the regional grouping, but must provide a justification for why subdividing or expanding the region is in the best interest of the state.

The Managing Entity selected will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and contracting for the delivery of substance abuse and mental health services through a comprehensive behavioral health system of care comprised of subcontracted network service providers. The ITN solicitation number is DCF ITN 2223 011, and the contract is anticipated to have an effective date of 07/01/2025.