RFI for Inpatient Substance Abuse Treatment

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Family and Community Services, has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for inpatient substance abuse treatment services targeting youth aged 12-18 in the Lewiston area. The procurement seeks providers capable of delivering American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) treatment services at Levels 3.1, 3.5, and 3.7, with a specific requirement to maintain a minimum 3-bed facility. Key deliverables include comprehensive administrative, program, facility, and data management services that comply with state and federal billing and funding requirements. Vendors must establish collaborative relationships with Idaho Medicaid and the Idaho Behavioral Health Plan. The RFI is not a formal solicitation but aims to gather information to refine future Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements and identify potential vendors. The response deadline is March 6, 2024, with the Department targeting implementation of the inpatient treatment program by early 2026. Interested vendors are expected to provide detailed information about their company capabilities, lessons learned, and preliminary cost estimates.

The RFI does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Insurance requirements mandate vendors maintain commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers compensation insurance with specified minimum coverage limits. Insurers must be rated A-VII or better, and the State of Idaho must be named as an additional insured on liability policies. While no specific budget range is detailed, the Department will provide the treatment facility location in Lewiston. The contract will require strict compliance with state and federal regulations, including precise data management and reporting protocols. Vendors will need to demonstrate expertise in adolescent substance abuse treatment, with capabilities to provide comprehensive services across multiple treatment levels. The ultimate goal is to develop a robust, sustainable inpatient treatment program that can effectively serve youth struggling with substance use disorders in the Lewiston area.