Sobering & Crisis Stabilization Center Operator

Multnomah County's Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking a qualified operator for a new 24/7 Sobering & Crisis Stabilization Center through a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) process. The center will provide comprehensive behavioral health and substance use disorder services, including crisis stabilization, voluntary and involuntary sobering, withdrawal management, and medication-assisted treatment. Proposers must be a legal entity registered in Oregon with state approval to provide substance use disorder treatment services and possess an Oregon Medicaid National Provider Identifier. The contract will span five years, from approximately July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2030, with funding to be added annually based on available resources. The proposal response is due by 4:00 PM PDT on August 27, 2025, with an optional pre-proposal virtual conference scheduled for August 7, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on multiple stages, examining the proposer's organizational model, service scope, involuntary sobering approach, facility start-up plans, community partnerships, trauma-informed care methodology, and ability to deliver services to diverse communities.

The procurement appears open to various organizations, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned in the documents. The center is primarily funded through state grant funding, with a cost reimbursement payment method where the county will pay for budgeted, agreed-upon costs actually incurred during service delivery. Potential bidders must meet specific insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, professional liability, and commercial automobile liability insurance with defined coverage limits. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract suggests annual funding will be determined based on available resources. Contractors must also comply with various administrative requirements, including submitting a Workers' Compensation Exemption Certificate, Equal Employment Opportunity Certification, and independent contractor certification. The center aims to create a pathway for diverting intoxicated individuals from jails and emergency departments, representing a significant strategic initiative in Multnomah County's behavioral health service continuum.