Exhibit A - Statement of Work .docx

Exhibit A - Statement of Work Driving Under the Influence Counselor Curriculum Training

1. Article 1: Purpose and Target Population

1.1. The purpose of this Statement of Work is to define the requirements for delivery of statewide training services to Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)–endorsed providers who deliver DUI, DWAI, and Persistent Drunk Driver (PDD) education and treatment services. The Contractor shall implement and deliver training that supports provider competency and compliance with applicable requirements in 2 CCR 502-1 for impaired-driving education and treatment services.

1.2. The target population for this Statement of Work is behavioral health professionals employed by Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)–endorsed Behavioral Health Entities (BHEs) who deliver court-ordered DUI, DWAI, and Persistent Drunk Driver (PDD) education and treatment services in Colorado. Training under this contract is intended for counselors and other eligible personnel who are authorized under 2 CCR 502-1 to provide Level I Education, Level II Education, and Level II Treatment services for impaired-driving offenses.

2. Article 2: Definitions and Acronyms

2.1. ADDS stands for “Alcohol and Drug Driving Safety.” A standardized evaluation process is required for individuals convicted of impaired driving offenses, and a prerequisite training requirement for personnel providing DUI/DWAI education and treatment services.

2.2. BHA means “Behavioral Health Administration”, within the Colorado Department of Human Services.

2.3. BHE stands for “Behavioral Health Entity.” An organization endorsed by the Behavioral Health Administration to provide alcohol and drug education and treatment services in accordance with 2 CCR 502-1.

2.4. Counselor is an individual employed by a Behavioral Health Administration (BHA)–endorsed Behavioral Health Entity (BHE) who is eligible to receive training under this Statement of Work and who provides, or is authorized under 2 CCR 502-1 to provide, DUI, DWAI, or Persistent Drunk Driver (PDD) education or treatment services.

2.5. DWAI stands for “Driving While Ability Impaired.” Driving a motor vehicle or vehicle after consuming alcohol, one or more drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs, to the slightest degree, such that the person is less able than ordinarily would have been, mentally or physically, to exercise clear judgment, sufficient physical control, or due care in the safe operation of the vehicle.

2.6. DUI stands for “Driving Under the Influence.” Driving a motor vehicle or vehicle after consuming alcohol, one or more drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs, to a degree that renders the person substantially incapable, mentally or physically, of exercising clear judgment, sufficient physical control, or due care in the safe operation of the vehicle.

2.7. Eligible Counselor is a Counselor who meets all training eligibility requirements established in this Statement of Work, including employment, credentialing, and prerequisite training requirements.

2.8. IEC stands for “Interlock Enhancement Counseling.” A counseling intervention recognized in 2 CCR 502-1 for individuals subject to ignition interlock requirements. IEC was developed by Timken, Nandi, and Marques, for DUI/DWAI individuals who have alcohol ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles (July 2012), which is incorporated by reference.

2.9. PDD stands for “Persistent Drunk Driver.” An individual who meets one or more of the following criteria:

2.9.1. `Has been convicted of, or had a driver’s license revoked for, two or more alcohol-related driving violations;

2.9.2. Continues to drive after a driver’s license or driving privilege restraint has been imposed for one or more alcohol-related driving offenses;

2.9.3. Drove a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.15 or greater, as shown by analysis of blood or breath, at the time of driving or within two hours after driving; or

2.9.4. Refused to take, complete, or cooperate in the completion of a required test of blood, breath, saliva, or urine related to an impaired driving offense.

3. Article 3: Activities and Services

3.1. The Contractor shall provide statewide training services primarily through interactive virtual delivery formats to eligible Counselors employed by BHA-endorsed Behavioral Health Entities (BHEs). Training shall prepare eligible Counselors to deliver DUI, DWAI, and Persistent Drunk Driver (PDD) education and treatment services, including Level I Education, Level II Education, and Level II Treatment services, in alignment with applicable requirements in 2 CCR 502-1.

3.2. Training Content and Curriculum Scope

3.2.1. The Contractor shall deliver training using impaired-driving education and treatment curricula that support the requirements of 2 CCR 502-1. Training content must address alcohol- and drug-impaired driving, including marijuana-impaired driving, and support service delivery for the following program areas:

3.2.1.1. Level I Education

3.2.1.2. Level II Therapeutic Education

3.2.1.3. Level II Treatment (Tracks A–D)

3.2.1.4. PDD (“Level Four Plus”) populations

3.2.2. Training content must reinforce the following core elements to ensure consistency, fidelity, and regulatory alignment:

3.2.2.1. Evidence-based and therapeutic approaches to impaired driving education and treatment;

3.2.2.2. Curriculum fidelity and consistent application of curricula;

3.2.2.3. Understanding of the role of ADDS evaluations in placement and progression, without conducting evaluations;

3.2.2.4. Interlock Enhancement Counseling (IEC) implementation requirements, where applicable;

3.2.2.5. Placement, track assignment, and progression concepts applicable to DUI services;

3.2.2.6. Documentation and reporting obligations applicable to DUI services applicable to DUI education and treatment services;

3.2.2.7. Essential background information and refreshers on foundational State of Colorado constructs are necessary to provide sufficient context for the training delivery.

3.2.3. Training shall provide appropriate context regarding court-ordered participation in DUI education and treatment, while clearly distinguishing treatment and education functions from judicial or enforcement authority.

3.2.4. Where appropriate, training may include structured, interactive learning activities (e.g., case-based exercises or facilitated practice) to reinforce facilitation skills and application of curriculum content.

3.2.5. Where proprietary curricula are used, the Contractor shall maintain all required authorizations and permissions to deliver such curricula.

3.3. Annual Training Delivery Requirements

3.3.1. The Contractor shall conduct the following training annually:

3.3.1.1. A curriculum written in manual form that is evidence-based or best practices specific to DUI/DWAI.

3.3.1.1.1. Four (4) training courses per year;

3.3.1.1.2. Each training shall provide a minimum of fourteen (14) cumulative contact hours, delivered over two (2) training days;

3.3.1.1.3. Training shall prepare providers to deliver DUI Level I Education, Level II Education, and Level II Treatment services;

3.3.1.1.4. Training content shall include application of the curriculum to Persistent Drunk Driver Level Four Plus populations, as applicable.

3.3.1.2. Interlock Enhancement Counseling® (IEC)

3.3.1.2.1. Four (4) IEC training courses per year;

3.3.1.2.2. Each training shall provide a minimum of seven (7) cumulative contact hours;

3.3.1.2.3. Training shall include instruction on interlock devices, interpretation of interlock provider reports, facilitation techniques, and applicable documentation and reporting requirements that prepare providers to deliver IEC services as part of DUI education and treatment programs;

3.3.1.2.4. Training content shall include application of the curriculum to Persistent Drunk Driver Level Four Plus populations, as applicable;

3.3.1.2.5. IEC materials are copyright-protected, and the training and curriculum titles are registered trademarks of the curriculum authors.

3.3.2. All trainings shall be delivered virtually and must be provided in a live, interactive format that supports participant engagement, attendance verification, and learning accountability.

3.3.3. Each training day shall provide no more than seven (7) contact hours, and each training course shall include no more than thirty (30) Counselors.

3.3.4. All required trainings must be completed by June 30 of each State Fiscal Year.

3.3.5. Annually, and prior to the start of each contract term, the Contractor shall submit the curriculum materials for each training to the BHA program point of contact for review and approval. The Contractor shall clearly notate any changes from prior-year curricula in red font.

3.3.5.1. DELIVERABLE: Annual Curriculum Review

3.3.5.2. DUE: Within 2 weeks of contract execution.

3.3.5.3. DELIVER TO: BHA Point of Contact

3.4. Stakeholder Coordination

3.4.1. For Interlock Enhancement Counseling® (IEC) trainings, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) to facilitate participation by appropriate stakeholders, including representatives from BHA and the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). The Contractor shall provide advance notice of proposed training dates and times to BHA and the designated DMV representative to support coordination and participation.

3.4.2. BHA staff shall be provided an opportunity, as appropriate, to present information regarding curriculum history and the State’s role in impaired-driving education and treatment during trainings.

3.4.3. For IEC trainings, representatives from the DMV shall be provided an opportunity, as appropriate, to present information related to the State’s role in interlock requirements and administration.

3.4.4. The Contractor shall ensure that stakeholder participation opportunities are incorporated into training planning and delivery, consistent with BHA direction.

3.4.5. The Contractor shall meet quarterly with the BHA Program Manager, or more frequently at BHA’s request, to communicate and coordinate activities related to this contract.

3.5. Counselor (Trainee) Eligibility and Verification

3.5.1. Training participation under this contract is limited to Counselors who meet all of the following eligibility requirements:

3.5.1.1. Are employed by a Behavioral Health Entity (BHE) that is licensed and endorsed by the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) to provide Level I and/or Level II DUI education and treatment services;

3.5.1.2. Hold an active Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) registration in a behavioral health credential recognized under 2 CCR 502-1;

3.5.1.3. Have completed all required prerequisite training, including Alcohol and Drug Driving Safety (ADDS) evaluation training, where applicable to the services they intend to provide; and

3.5.1.4. Meet any curriculum-specific prerequisite requirements, including:

3.5.1.4.1. Completion of an approved impaired-driving curriculum (e.g., evidence-based or best practices specific to DUI/DWAI state-approved curriculum) prior to participation in Interlock Enhancement Counseling® (IEC) training.

3.5.2. The Contractor shall verify Counselor eligibility after registration, and shall consult with BHA regarding any Counselor whose eligibility is unclear. The Contractor shall comply with BHA’s written determination regarding approval or denial of participation.

3.6. Training Logistics & Accessibility

3.6.1. The Contractor shall manage all training-related logistics, including scheduling, registration, attendance confirmation, trainee communications, and coordination of all curriculum materials.

3.6.2. All trainings shall be delivered virtually through live, interactive webinar formats that support participant engagement, attendance verification, and learning accountability. A live video camera feed shall be required for all attendees to verify attendance.

3.6.3. Each training day shall provide no more than seven (7) contact hours, and each training course shall include no more than thirty (30) Counselors.

3.6.4. The Contractor shall prepare and distribute public training notices and registration information at least ninety (90) days in advance of each training to allow sufficient time for counselor scheduling and participation. All trainings must be publicly available for counselor registration.

3.6.5. The Contractor shall distribute course information, agendas, and required materials to registered and eligible Counselors no later than three (3) days prior to each training. The Contractor shall coordinate the distribution of all curriculum materials.

3.6.6. The Contractor shall provide training updates, registration confirmations, and confirmation of successful completion to Counselor participants.

3.6.7. All trainings must be accessible and appropriate for individuals with physical or accessibility needs, and reasonable accommodations shall be provided as necessary.

3.6.8. Training cancellations or rescheduling must be approved by BHA prior to notifying participants. Canceled trainings are not reimbursable. For any proposed training cancellation, the Contractor shall submit an email notification to the BHA point of contact that includes the training details, a list of registered attendees, and a plan to accommodate affected Counselors.

3.6.9. The Contractor shall propose an annual training schedule for BHA review and approval that includes proposed training dates, virtual delivery platforms, and a brief description of how trainings will be advertised to reach eligible behavioral health providers.

3.6.9.1.1. DELIVERABLE: Annual Training Schedule (maximum one page).

3.6.9.1.2. DUE: Within one (1) week of contract execution

3.6.9.1.3. DELIVER TO: BHA Point of Contact

4. Article 4: Contractor Requirements

4.1. Staffing and Trainer Qualifications - Contractor shall select and train staff as needed to deliver all training required under this SOW, and as defined in Article 3.

4.1.1. All trainers are expected to have the required knowledge, training, and approvals necessary to deliver impaired-driving education and treatment to professional Behavioral Health Entities across Colorado.

4.1.2. Trainers must conduct themselves professionally and ethically when delivering statewide services. BHA reserves the right to remove a trainer or request a different trainer if misconduct occurs.

4.2. Allowable and Unallowable Costs - Allowable costs are limited to those reasonable, necessary, and directly related to the delivery of services described in this Statement of Work.

4.2.1. Allowable costs include:

4.2.1.1. Personnel, materials, and operational costs to support service delivery.

4.2.2. Unallowable costs include, but are not limited to:

4.2.2.1. Training costs, travel, equipment purchases, conferences, professional development, contingency fees, legal fees, and any costs that are duplicative, unrelated, or not directly tied to service delivery under this Statement of Work.

4.3. Period of Performance

4.3.1. This contract period begins upon execution of the agreement and ends on June 30, 2027.

4.3.2. Subject to the availability of funds and satisfactory performance, BHA may approve annual contract renewals at its discretion. The total contract term, including renewals, shall not exceed five (5) years or extend beyond June 30, 2031.

4.3.3. The State Fiscal Year (FY) runs from July 1 through June 30.

4.4. Invoicing and Payment Information

4.4.1. Failure to deliver required trainings in accordance with Article 3 may result in non-reimbursement for associated training delivery.

4.4.2. The Contractor shall submit monthly invoices no later than forty-five (45) days after the period in which services were rendered.

4.4.3. All invoices shall be submitted using BHA-provided invoice templates.

4.4.4. Upon request by the BHA, the Contractor shall submit any relevant supporting documentation reasonably necessary to support and justify invoiced costs.

4.4.5. Invoices shall be emailed to the BHA Point of Contact and to CDHS_BHApayment@state.co.us.

4.4.6. Funding Limitations: For State Fiscal Year 2027, total payments under this contract shall not exceed $49,000.

4.4.6.1. Each invoice must include a cumulative summary of total amounts billed for FY 2027. Funding is subject to State approval and may be adjusted based on availability or program needs.

5. Article 5: Deliverables Table

5.1. The Contractor shall submit the deliverables listed below in accordance with the schedule and submission requirements specified in the SOW. Deliverables summarized in this table are further described in Articles 3 and 6. Deliverable name, due dates, and submission requirements shall remain consistent across the contract.

5.2. Deadlines may be altered administratively with BHA approval.

and BHA Point of Contact

Q2 - January 15 Q3 - April 15 Q4 - July 15 Exhibit A, Article 6.1.

6. Article 6: Performance Outcome Measures

6.1. Quarterly Training Completion Record: The Contractor shall submit accurate and complete training records quarterly with details on Counselor participation and completion for all trainings delivered under this contract.

6.1.1. Training completion records must include, at a minimum, the following information for each Counselor/trainee:

6.1.1.1. Counselor name and contact information (email address and phone number);

6.1.1.2. Employing Behavioral Health Entity (BHE);

6.1.1.3. Training course completed;

6.1.1.4. Verification that the Counselor met eligibility requirements to receive the training; and

6.1.1.5. Completion status.

6.1.2. The Contractor shall clearly identify any trainees who did not successfully complete the training and document the reason completion was not achieved.

6.1.3. Only Counselors who meet eligibility requirements and who attend 100% of required instructional hours may be recorded as having successfully completed training. Counselors who do not attend 100% of required training hours shall not receive credit and must reschedule to complete the training. The Contractor shall document these occurrences in the training completion records submitted to BHA.

6.1.3.1. DELIVERABLE: Quarterly Training Completion Record

6.1.3.2. DUE: Quarterly, within 15 days of the end of the previous quarter (Oct 15th, Jan 15th, Apr 15th, Jul 15th)

6.1.3.3. DELIVER TO: BHA PDD Point of Contact