REQ~73.zip

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health for Clinical Stabilization Services. The RFP seeks proposals from qualified providers to deliver short-term, intensive clinical stabilization services for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. The proposed services will include 24-hour crisis assessment, stabilization, and referral to appropriate levels of ongoing care. The RFP specifies a contract period of 3 years with two optional 1-year renewal periods. Proposals are due by November 15, 2022, and the contract is expected to be awarded by January 1, 2023.

The RFP outlines detailed requirements for the clinical stabilization services, including service capacity, staffing qualifications, and performance metrics. Pricing is to be submitted on a per diem basis for each level of care provided. The RFP encourages proposals from minority-owned, women-owned, and small businesses. Funding for this contract will be provided through the Massachusetts state budget, with an estimated annual value of $5 million. Current providers of these services are eligible to submit proposals, and information on the incumbent's performance is available upon request.