FY2021 - DBH Housing Program Strategic Planning Technical Assistance [V2]

The District of Columbia's Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking technical assistance for strategic housing program planning through a competitive procurement process. This opportunity, identified by contract ID 66c85661829eb5d86906f85a, focuses on developing a comprehensive strategic plan for housing services within the behavioral health system. The primary objective appears to be enhancing housing support and planning strategies for individuals with behavioral health needs. The solicitation was posted on September 7, 2021, with an extremely tight response window, closing on September 10, 2021. Potential vendors are expected to provide expert technical assistance in developing strategic housing approaches, likely involving comprehensive program assessment, gap analysis, and recommendations for future housing program implementation. The procurement seems to require significant strategic planning expertise in behavioral health housing services, with vendors needing demonstrated experience in developing comprehensive housing support strategies for vulnerable populations.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the District of Columbia typically encourages participation from local, small, and disadvantaged business enterprises in its procurement processes. The contract likely targets consultants or professional services firms with specialized experience in behavioral health housing program design and strategic planning. Given the nature of the procurement and the District's typical approaches, there may be preferences for vendors with local presence or experience working within the District of Columbia's healthcare and social service systems. The brief solicitation period and specialized nature of the work suggest this may be a targeted, high-value engagement, potentially ranging from $50,000 to $250,000, though exact budget parameters are not specified in the available information. Interested vendors would need to demonstrate substantial expertise in strategic planning, behavioral health systems, housing policy, and program development to be competitive in this procurement opportunity.