26-03, Wellness and Recovery Center

The St. Mary's County Health Department Local Behavioral Health Authority (SMCHD LBHA) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 26-03 to develop a Wellness and Recovery Center in St. Mary's County, Maryland. The primary objective of this procurement is to establish a Consumer Operated Peer Wellness and Recovery Center that will provide critical behavioral health screenings, assessments, and referral services. The center must be independently located and cannot be co-located with substance abuse treatment facilities. The RFP was posted on August 22, 2025, with proposals due by September 11, 2025, providing potential vendors approximately three weeks to prepare and submit their comprehensive responses. The selected vendor will be responsible for functionally managing the center, ensuring robust peer-supported wellness services are available to the local community. Key deliverables will likely include detailed operational plans, staffing strategies, service protocols, and mechanisms for conducting effective screenings and referrals.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the nature of the procurement suggests a preference for organizations with demonstrated experience in behavioral health peer support services. Potential respondents will likely need to showcase expertise in consumer-operated wellness programs, peer support methodologies, and comprehensive behavioral health assessment techniques. The RFP appears focused on selecting a vendor capable of creating a responsive, community-centered wellness environment. Although specific budget ranges are not specified, behavioral health center contracts typically range from $250,000 to $750,000 annually, depending on scope and service complexity. The procurement is specifically targeted to serve St. Mary's County, with a clear emphasis on creating a standalone facility that provides critical mental health support services through a peer-driven approach.