RFP 09-2025 Mandatory Mental Health Assessments for Law Enforcement

The state of Maryland, through Howard County, has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for mandatory mental health assessments for law enforcement personnel. The procurement is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive mental health assessment services for law enforcement officers within the state. The selected contractor will be responsible for conducting thorough mental health evaluations, including psychological testing and clinical interviews, to assess the overall wellbeing and fitness for duty of law enforcement personnel. Key objectives of the program include identifying potential mental health issues, providing appropriate treatment recommendations, and ensuring the long-term psychological health and readiness of the state's law enforcement workforce. Proposals are due by November 20, 2024, and interested parties can access the full RFP details on the Howard County procurement website.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. However, the successful bidder must demonstrate extensive experience in the provision of mental health services, a strong understanding of the unique challenges faced by law enforcement personnel, and the ability to efficiently integrate with existing state infrastructure and data systems. While an incumbent vendor is not identified, the RFP indicates a budget range of $5 million to $10 million for the initial contract term, with potential for renewal and expansion based on performance.