Questions_n_Answers_Form_RFP_FY26-RFP-040_Muni_Court.docx

This is a Questions and Answers document for RFP FY26-RFP-040 issued by the City of Santa Fe Municipal Court for Clinical Assessment Services for its DUI/Drug Court Program. The RFP solicits proposals from qualified and licensed mental health professionals to conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide diagnostic statements for DUI offenders referred to the program. Required qualifications include licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or Licensed Psychologist with a minimum of three years of experience in substance use disorder assessments. Key dates include a pre-proposal meeting on January 26, 2026, a written questions deadline of January 28, 2026, at 5:00 PM, and a revised proposal submission deadline of February 18, 2026 (extended from February 16, 2026). Interviews are scheduled for February 20, 2026, with anticipated contract award on April 9, 2026. The document clarifies that in-person service delivery is required, with telehealth permitted only as an exception, and that the narrative component for proposals is limited to the scope and level of expertise section.

The evaluation criteria weights are: Scope/Level of Expertise Plan (35%), Value Added Plan (10%), Cost Proposal (30%), Interview (25%), and Local Preference (3–6%). The contract is designated as a Single Award procurement evaluated using a best-value approach. All assessments must comply with HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations to ensure client confidentiality and privacy. Proposers are required to submit electronically through the OpenGov platform. Service providers must work collaboratively with the DUI/Drug Court team, participate in team management approaches to treatment planning, conduct follow-up assessments at minimum every six months, and maintain comprehensive biopsychosocial documentation. Local preference points are available for businesses certified as Resident Businesses within Santa Fe municipal limits, with additional points for those utilizing local subcontractors. No specific contract term length, renewal options, budget range, or award value is specified in the Questions and Answers document.