LSD Methamphetamine Study

The Montana Department of Justice has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) Number JUS-RFP-2020-0068N seeking a contractor to conduct comprehensive qualitative research on methamphetamine use and addiction within the state. The primary objective of this research is to investigate the underlying factors of how, when, and why Montanans initiate methamphetamine use and become addicted, with the ultimate goal of developing evidence-based prevention programs. Potential contractors must provide detailed references, documentation of qualifications, and resumes for key personnel, with a specific requirement of submitting at least three references from state governments or universities where similar academic analysis and reporting have been successfully completed, preferably within the last five years. The RFP covers professional services including market research, medical research, and editing/writing services, with commodity codes aligned to these disciplines. Proposals are due on March 5, 2020, at 2:00 PM MST, and bidders must acknowledge an Equal Pay for Women attachment as part of their submission.

The contract opportunity appears to be open to a broad range of research and consulting organizations, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The total project budget is capped at $55,000.00, indicating this is a relatively modest research contract aimed at producing strategic insights into methamphetamine addiction patterns. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate expertise in qualitative research methodologies, particularly in the context of substance abuse studies, and show capability to collaborate with multiple stakeholders including state agencies, legislative branches, schools, tribal organizations, federal and local partners, and non-profit entities. The research will likely involve comprehensive data collection, analysis, and reporting to support the development of targeted prevention strategies. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the RFP suggests a collaborative approach to understanding and addressing methamphetamine addiction in Montana, with the research findings intended to inform future policy and intervention efforts.