PROMISE Mental Health Group Homes

The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, specifically the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health (DSAMH), is seeking qualified organizations to provide Community-Based Residential Alternative services through the PROMISE Mental Health Group Homes program. The procurement targets Group Homes serving 5-10 beneficiaries with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) and significant substance use disorders, organized into Tiers 3, 4, and 5, requiring 24/7 licensed care. Providers must be Medicaid-certified and will be reimbursed based on tier-level care, with an expectation of maintaining detailed documentation and submitting monthly performance reports. Evaluation criteria will assess vendors' experience, expertise, capacity, service delivery approach, and long-term sustainability, with potential bonus points for unique program elements. The Request for Proposal (RFP) was publicly noticed on November 3, 2025, with proposals due by January 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST, and an estimated award notification date of March 23, 2026. The initial contract term is three years with two optional one-year extensions, funded through Medicaid's Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waiver.

The procurement encourages participation from diverse business enterprises, with opportunities for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), Veteran Owned Business Enterprises (VOBE), and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBE). Vendors must complete a Non-Collusion Statement and disclose any federal, state, or local government suspensions or debarments within the past five years. The contract requires providers to comply with HCBS rules emphasizing person-centered care, individual choice, and community integration, with specific standards for staff qualifications, training, resident rights, and facility requirements. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the budget template and professional services agreement suggest a flexible funding model with potential for additional licenses and services. Providers must also maintain comprehensive insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, automotive liability, and potentially medical/professional liability, with robust data protection and privacy provisions aligned with HIPAA regulations.