Jail Mental Health Services

Columbia County, Wisconsin is seeking sealed proposals from qualified mental health providers to deliver comprehensive mental health services at the Columbia County Jail located in Portage. The procurement requires a provider capable of delivering at least two non-emergency on-site clinical sessions per month, complemented by continuous 24/7/365 emergency mental health support and on-call coverage. Potential providers must demonstrate robust mental health expertise and the ability to effectively serve incarcerated individuals with diverse psychological needs. The solicitation was posted on July 2, 2025, with proposals due by August 7, 2025, requiring interested mental health providers to submit comprehensive sealed proposals detailing their qualifications, service delivery approach, and capacity to meet the county's mental health service requirements. Providers will need to demonstrate clinical competence, responsiveness, and a thorough understanding of correctional mental health service delivery protocols.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, mental health providers should anticipate potential preference for local or Wisconsin-based organizations with demonstrated correctional mental health experience. The contract appears focused on securing a qualified provider capable of delivering consistent, high-quality mental health interventions within the county jail environment. No specific budget range or award value was provided in the procurement documentation. Potential respondents should carefully review the full solicitation to understand the complete scope of requirements, potential integration expectations with existing jail infrastructure, and any specific qualifications or certifications necessary for service delivery. Interested providers should prepare comprehensive proposals that highlight their clinical expertise, emergency response capabilities, and commitment to supporting the mental health needs of incarcerated individuals in Columbia County.