RFP 2026-27-01 Mental Health Consultant

Eastern Oregon University Head Start (EOUHS) has issued RFP 2026-27-01 seeking proposals from licensed Mental Health Consultants for the 2026-2027 program year. This procurement targets qualified mental health professionals to provide comprehensive services to children ages 0-5 and families across rural Eastern Oregon in support of EOUHS's family-centered approach to promoting school readiness. The consultant will deliver mental health consultation services, conduct staff training programs, provide family support services, and offer guidance on individual children's mental health needs, all in full compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards, specifically 45 CFR 1302.45. Required qualifications mandate that respondents hold state and federal mental health licensure credentials. Deliverables include mental health consultations at specified frequencies, staff training content, and family engagement activities, with specific performance metrics and compliance obligations detailed in the RFP documentation. The proposal deadline is June 12, 2026, with the RFP having been posted on May 20, 2026. Evaluation criteria, specific consultation frequencies, and detailed performance expectations are outlined within the RFP 2026-27-01_Mental_Health_Consultant.pdf document.

The RFP documentation does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular organization types or disadvantaged enterprises based on the information provided. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available materials. The contract operates under federal Head Start program guidelines and funding mechanisms, which may require compliance with applicable federal procurement and set-aside requirements, though these are not explicitly detailed in the summary information. The contract term aligns with the standard Head Start funding cycle for the 2026-2027 program year. Budget ranges or specific award values are not disclosed in the available procurement summary; interested parties should consult the complete RFP document for detailed compensation information and funding parameters.