Dysphaga management service

The State of Virginia, on behalf of Augusta County and Strasburg Town, is issuing a solicitation for Dysphagia Management Services through the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS). This procurement seeks qualified providers to deliver comprehensive dysphagia assessment, treatment, and related therapeutic services, including speech-language pathology services for individuals with swallowing disorders across multiple service delivery settings. Bidders must meet all specified qualifications, licensing requirements, and clinical competencies for dysphagia service delivery, including demonstration of financial stability, appropriate professional liability insurance, and full compliance with state licensing and credentialing requirements for healthcare service delivery. The solicitation requires all interested vendors to submit complete bid packages with all required documentation to be considered for award, with inquiries directed to joann.estes@dbhds.virginia.gov. The posting date for this opportunity is April 17, 2026, with a proposal due date of May 1, 2026. Award determinations and contract commencement dates will be determined by DBHDS upon evaluation of submitted proposals based on cost-effectiveness, compliance with state reimbursement standards, and overall bidder qualifications.

The solicitation may include set-asides for historically underutilized businesses (HUB) or minority-owned enterprises, depending on DBHDS procurement policies. Current incumbent providers are eligible to rebid, though no incumbent protection is guaranteed under the terms of this solicitation. Funding for this contract is sourced through DBHDS departmental budgets and may be supported by federal Medicaid or other state appropriations designated for speech-language pathology and dysphagia services. The specific award value or budget range has not been detailed in the available documentation. The contract term includes initial service periods with potential renewal options subject to performance evaluation and continued funding availability. Prospective bidders should ensure they possess all necessary clinical competencies, professional licenses, and organizational infrastructure required to deliver quality dysphagia management services in compliance with Virginia state healthcare standards.