RFP #1175971 - Community Mental Health Services for Latino Residents

Montgomery County is seeking qualified human services providers through Request for Proposal (RFP) #1175971 to develop and implement a culturally competent community mental health services program targeting Latino and other underserved County residents. The solicitation, posted on November 14, 2024, with proposals due by January 3, 2025, requires vendors to provide non-clinical, trauma-informed emotional support and referral services, including culturally appropriate emotional support groups. Vendors must demonstrate expertise in delivering linguistically appropriate and culturally sensitive mental health interventions. The County intends to award up to three separate contracts to ensure comprehensive geographical coverage across Montgomery County. Proposals must be submitted electronically through BidNet's Maryland Purchasing Group platform, which requires free registration with a "Limited" account option. Interested vendors are advised to contact BidNet Direct's Support Department at 800-835-4603 for registration assistance.

The procurement appears to be open to human services providers with demonstrated cultural competency and experience working with Latino and at-risk populations. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the requirement for cultural and linguistic expertise may inherently favor organizations with deep community connections. The total anticipated fiscal year 2026 compensation across all contracts is approximately $1,200,000, though the County emphasizes this is an estimate with no guaranteed specific compensation amount. The County reserves the right to expand contract scope if additional funding becomes available, with potential service expansions possible through negotiations or contract amendments. Compensation is subject to County appropriation and funding encumbrance, indicating potential budget flexibility. Prospective vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their ability to provide comprehensive, culturally sensitive emotional support services with a focus on community-based interventions for Latino and underserved residents.