CPSS Training

The Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has issued an open-ended Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) designated as DHHS91162, seeking qualified vendors to provide Peer Support Specialist (PSS) certification training throughout the state. The primary objective of this procurement is to increase the number of certified Peer Support Specialists in Utah, with the goal of expanding mental health support resources. Vendors must submit their responses via email to mfloor@utah.gov, following specific instructions outlined in the solicitation documents, which are available on the DHHS Purchasing site. The solicitation is structured to create an Approved Vendor List (AVL), allowing multiple vendors to potentially provide PSS training services. The contract opportunity is currently open and will remain available until October 1, 2028, providing an extended window for potential respondents to submit their qualifications. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure their submissions comprehensively demonstrate their capability to deliver high-quality PSS certification training.

While the solicitation documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, potential vendors should carefully review the full RFSQ for any organizational requirements or preferences. The procurement appears to be open to a wide range of training providers with demonstrated expertise in Peer Support Specialist certification. Although specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the provided information, the long-term nature of the contract (spanning from February 5, 2025, to October 1, 2028) suggests a potentially significant opportunity for qualified training providers. The creation of an Approved Vendor List implies that multiple vendors may be selected, which could indicate a competitive but collaborative procurement approach. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their technical capabilities, training methodologies, instructor qualifications, and past performance in delivering PSS certification programs.