ASAM 3-1 Low Intensity Residential

The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a vendor to establish and operate an 11-bed American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) 3.1 low-intensity residential treatment unit in Minot, Williams County. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) numbered 325-25-920-088, aimed at providing comprehensive substance use disorder and co-occurring mental health disorder services for individuals aged 18 and older. The facility must operate 24/7/365 with awake staff maintaining a minimum 1:8 staff-to-resident ratio, offering continuous care and support. Key deliverables include developing comprehensive policies addressing tobacco-free environments, code of conduct, safety, confidentiality, and disaster recovery. The evaluation criteria will allocate 100 points across four categories: 30 points for understanding the scope of work, 20 points for management plan, 30 points for experience and qualifications, and 20 points for cost proposal. Critical dates include a January 9, 2026 deadline for questions, a proposal submission deadline of January 30, 2026 at 12:00 PM (CT), an anticipated Notice of Award on February 20, 2026, and a contract start date of April 1, 2026. The initial contract term will run through June 30, 2027, with potential extensions.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Successful offerors must be registered with the North Dakota Secretary of State, comply with federal and state requirements including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, and obtain appropriate state licensure under NDAC 75-09.1. Vendors must be prepared to handle site selection, facility development, and necessary zoning changes. The contract is structured as a Firm Fixed Price agreement, with cost proposals requiring per-client per-bed-day projections and hourly rates for Registered Nurse coverage. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the RFP indicates that compensation will be based on regional staffing patterns and market rates. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $2,000,000 in commercial general liability and $500,000 in business automobile liability. The contract allows for potential 12-month extensions and up to three additional 24-month renewal periods contingent upon satisfactory performance and legislative appropriation.