Expansion Women's Residential Substance Use Treatment

The Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals (BHDDH) is seeking proposals for establishing a licensed behavioral health residential treatment program specifically designed for women struggling with substance use disorders. The Request for Proposal (RFP24003599) aims to provide start-up funds for creating a culturally appropriate, trauma-informed, and gender-specific residential treatment facility that meets American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) standards of care within 12 months. Qualified behavioral health groups must develop a comprehensive substance use treatment program with the capability to provide high-quality residential services tailored to women's unique needs. The RFP requires vendors to submit detailed technical and cost proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by January 4, 2024, with a vendor Q&A period running from December 5-14, 2023. Evaluation criteria will encompass technical merit, cost considerations, and the proposed approach to treatment, with the initial contract period beginning approximately March 1, 2024 for one year and potential renewal for an additional 12-month period based on performance and funding availability.

The state strongly encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Disability Business Enterprises (DisBEs), with vendors receiving evaluation points based on their proposed Integrated Subcontractor Business Enterprise (ISBE) utilization rates. Vendors must meet extensive insurance requirements, including $1 million in general liability coverage, workers compensation, automobile liability, $2 million in professional liability, physical abuse and molestation liability, and $1 million in cyber/privacy coverage. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the RFP indicates that funding is contingent on the availability of appropriated state funds. The contract will be awarded to the most qualified vendor demonstrating the ability to establish a comprehensive, culturally sensitive substance use treatment program for women. All vendors must be registered in the Ocean State Procures system and capable of delivering a fully operational residential treatment program meeting stringent state and professional healthcare standards within the specified 12-month timeframe.