South Dakota Central Region Prevention Coalition Development

The South Dakota Department of Social Services, Division of Behavioral Health (DBH) is soliciting proposals from qualified providers to establish or expand a community-based prevention coalition in select central region counties, including Corson, Dewey, Ziebach, Sully, Haakon, Stanley, Hughes, Jones, Jackson, Lyman, Mellette, Bennett, Todd, Tripp, and Gregory. The primary objectives are to expand access to evidence-based substance use prevention and mental health promotion services, with a requirement that at least 60% of the budget be allocated to substance use prevention and up to 40% for mental health promotion. Proposing organizations must submit comprehensive details including evidence-based program identification, implementation plans, target population engagement strategies, training needs, personnel qualifications, referral processes, and data collection methodologies. The Request for Proposal (RFP #14684) was published on 04/28/2025, with proposals due by 06/17/2025 at 5 PM CST. The resulting contract will span five years, with an initial period from September 1st, 2025 through May 31st, 2026, and potential renewal options for years six and seven based on performance. Inquiries must be emailed to Kirsten Blachford at Kirsten.Blachford@state.sd.us with the subject line "RFP14684", with all questions and responses to be posted on the state's e-procurement system and DSS website.

The procurement appears open to various qualified providers without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The total available budget for the first year is up to $135,885.00, with a detailed cost proposal structure that includes unit-based service rates ranging from $12.00 to $15.00 per 15-minute unit across six Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) strategies. Proposing organizations must demonstrate the ability to comply with state and federal regulations, maintain necessary certifications, and establish robust quality assurance mechanisms. The funding allows for indirect costs, including Resource Development, Administrative (capped at 5% of direct costs), Ancillary (also capped at 5%), Evaluation (maximum 10%), and Travel expenses. Reimbursement guidelines include specific rates for mileage ($0.67/mile), lodging (not exceeding standard state room rates), and per diem meal allowances. Successful offerors will be expected to work collaboratively with the Division of Behavioral Health and adhere to non-discrimination statutes and conflict of interest provisions.