Notice to Procure - Open Enrollment for Private Psychiatric Bed (PPB) Services

The state of Texas, through the Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center (HCMHDDC), is conducting an open enrollment to procure private psychiatric bed (PPB) services. HCMHDDC is seeking hospitals licensed as private psychiatric hospitals or general/special hospitals to provide 24-hour psychiatric stabilization services for individuals within HCMHDDC's 19-county catchment area. The funded stay is for a maximum of 7 days, with the potential for additional days upon prior approval. The total rate per day/per bed is $720, which includes transportation costs at discharge if needed. The term of the PPB agreement is 2 years, with the option to renew subject to funding availability. Either party may terminate the agreement without cause by providing 60 days' prior written notice. Hospitals must maintain appropriate licensure and accreditation, provide 24/7 staffing, coordinate with HCMHDDC's Utilization Coordinator, and comply with various state and federal regulations. HCMHDDC will ensure medical clearance, provide written funding authorization, and conduct utilization management reviews.

The application does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The application does not disclose the possible award values or budget ranges for the PPB services.